HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Ways To Wean Off Codeine Addiction

I am sorry to bother you but I need advise. I am a 51yr old woman. Who has been misusing codeine for about 10 yrs. 24 8mg + 24 12mg daily Sometimes more. I desperately need to come off them. I need to do this as quickly as possible. As my husband wants me out of home because my life has become so unmanageable. I am forgetten how to function. I forget to wash/shower. Do laundry. Clean up. Etc. This last while I stop in mid sentence I have forgotten words. I lose the words in my head. Please advice I realise you have really sick people but just need direct. Regards
Mon, 20 Mar 2017
Report Abuse
Internal Medicine Specialist,  's  Response
It would be difficult for you to quit by yourself given your long standing history of addiction since the relapse rate is quite high. I would advise you to join a de addiction and counselling centre in your locality if possible.
Please consult a psychiatrist also.
It has been seen that group therapy and interaction with people who themselves have managed to break away from their addiction can greatly improve your chances of recovery.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Ways To Wean Off Codeine Addiction

It would be difficult for you to quit by yourself given your long standing history of addiction since the relapse rate is quite high. I would advise you to join a de addiction and counselling centre in your locality if possible. Please consult a psychiatrist also. It has been seen that group therapy and interaction with people who themselves have managed to break away from their addiction can greatly improve your chances of recovery.