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What are some home remedies for hydrocodone detox?In: Addictions |
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You can stop hydrocodone completely all at once -- you don't need to taper off. Detoxing will take 4-5 days, during which you'll experience symptoms like a bad flu -- no worse and no better. Consider taking this time off work if you can. If you can't, you'll still make it.
Drink LOTS of liquids and, if you have trouble keeping things down, shift over to a clear liquid diet for the duration (but only if you need to). Sport Drinks should be included if you can't keep food down (which is rare -- it's like a FLU :} ), as they replenish electrolytes.
Be aware that withdrawal from Hydrocodone is Depressing in an emotional sense. Be prepared. Remember that this isn't something permanent; it's a phase that will pass SOON.
Get someone to help you. This is an easy detox compared to alcohol or barbituates, but it's nice to have an understanding body nearby.
If your hydrocodone fixation results from a need for pain control, plan a way to manage pain while you're detoxing.
This detox -- unlike others -- will not have permanent effects. If you can do the 4 or so days you'll be fine.
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