I'm 58 and been on suboxone 3-4 yr.s @ 24mgs (w/ subtex?). I just been told i need heart surgery, and the surgeon says can't do until i get the sub. out of me.he says it takes 7-10 days. I cold turky, 14 days now (2mg of xanax a night).I can't handle this w/d, should I try going back on it,right now and taper? I dwell on my death (morbid know). Was on painkillers for 15 yrs. after not drinking since around 1990. Advice a.s.a.p.-- :-(
First of all honey you are NOT going to die! Your addicted brain is just making you think that! I want you to call your regular doctor and tell him what's happening! It is NEVER a good thing to go cold turkey! And your Cardiologist was a miss for not getting you some help for this! You might need to get a fast detox - but that is used in a hospital environment. Please get some professional help with this OK? And just know this WILl get better, I wish you good health and luck! And please keep me updated!