Delirium Tremens

[EbonNelumbo]

Does anyone here have some good remedies for this? I had to call an advice nurse who actually told me to admit myself because of tachycardia and hallucinations, but does anyone know a good way to combat DT's?
I have been REALLY sick...it's bad because all I want to do is drink, and I know that would actually help...

 

[Im-revived]

If your having DT's and are on detox, so therefore pescribed by the doctor. Or even on home detox with the doctor directing you, Thiamin (an essential vitamin) is given to stop the shakes, and all side effects.

Im-revived.

Does anyone here have some good remedies for this? I had to call an advice nurse who actually told me to admit myself because of tachycardia and hallucinations, but does anyone know a good way to combat DT's?
I have been REALLY sick...it's bad because all I want to do is drink, and I know that would actually help...

 

[huk]

but does anyone know a good way to combat DT's?
[/QUOTEyea, don't drink Let me get this straight...your 20 yrs old and your having the DT'S??.you must be totally toxic...it's been 4 days since your post...this can KILL you....if your still toxic, get to a hospital immediatley

 

[EbonNelumbo]

Update:
I just got released from the hospital. I drank 1/2 bottle of everclear adn got "EIOH overdose" more commonly known as alcohol poisoning.

 

[spdnet75]

Does anyone here have some good remedies for this? I had to call an advice nurse who actually told me to admit myself because of tachycardia and hallucinations, but does anyone know a good way to combat DT's?
I have been REALLY sick...it's bad because all I want to do is drink, and I know that would actually help...

I'm in your boat friend.
If you are unable to milk your way out. ( Two six-packs, milked over two days.) , go to the Hospital.
Alcohol withdrawl is more dangerous than Heroin withdrawl.
Sorry I'm so late. Hope this will help with any future binges.
Steve

 

[Ruth~]

The best think I can recommend for you is alcoholism treatment, either inpatient or outpatient. You need help to get strong again. Good luck to you.

 

[wmc1982]

This is my first time here. Just hoping to meet a few friends. My main problem in life is alcohol right now. Hope to meet some of you soon. God Bless

 

[HappyHealthyHolyRoller]

DT's are best served with a benzodiazepine such as Valium or Librium. You can only get them with a Dr.'s script, which makes life difficult because you're probably too immobilized to get up let alone get up and drive to the hospital.
The "milking of the beer" is a good bet, because it raises the siezure threshold and arrests most of the symptoms. The problem w/this method, however, is if it really is that bad, you probably can't keep the brew down long enough for it to take any effect.
Hard alcohol (vodka) is best, mixed up with lemon juice and sugary substances like triple sec. This way, you can concentrate the alcohol content, thus lowering the chance of nausea.
I'm sure you know by now that ETOH has an analgesic effect on the stomach, so if you can keep it down for longer than a minute or som it'll likely stay down, sparing you from the DT's yet another day.

You will ultimately, of course, have to face withdrawl sooner or later, but this method at least prevents the DT's for the immediate term.

I have recovered from ETOH now for almost a year. And although I have not tried it (because I no longer drink), Kava root powder or its derivatives are known for a sedative effect if taken in large enough quantities. Kava likewise raises the siezure threshold, which is essential if you're DT'ing.

 

[Ruth~]

OB, How are you doing now?

 

[UnitynLove]

I think you should get some treatment for you problem and lean on God's help and assitance.

 

[Avatar]

Interesting stuff. I decided last night to 'dry out', for a time and don't know if the DTs are in my immediate future or not. I've had at least 12 - more like 18 - drinks a day, every day, for several years. I understand DTs usually show up about 18-24 hours after stopping drinking but may take as long as 72 hours to show up. I think if I start feeling the symptoms I'll immediately start drinking again, then seek medical help. My research tells me the DTs are nothing to mess around with, they can be fatal. I expect to be lurking around this forum for the next while to absorb some of everyone's wisdom.

 

[LoG]

"Dry out for a time"? How long did you have in mind and more importantly, why?

Even if there are no DT's there will be a period of adjustment for the body likely resulting in some nauseous feelings, sleeplessness, etc. Nothing life-threatening but with that amount of alcohol on a daily basis the body will not respond well to it being deprived of its supply.

 

[Avatar]

"Dry out for a time"? How long did you have in mind and more importantly, why?

Even if there are no DT's there will be a period of adjustment for the body likely resulting in some nauseous feelings, sleeplessness, etc. Nothing life-threatening but with that amount of alcohol on a daily basis the body will not respond well to it being deprived of its supply.

Dry out for 3 days actually, to get past the period when DTs attack. I just want to know if I have that level of physical addiction. So far, so good, no ill effects. I feel more alert, if anything.

I want to moderate my alcohol intake, because the truth is, I trul enjoy it. I just don't think I should be enjoying it all the time. I want to be a social drinker or even a weekend binger. What I am now is a very functional alcoholic. I hold down a job that I work 60 hours/week. I drink on the job - and I still hold the job. I have 8 kids and with the time I have for them, I'm not at my best. I want to turn alcohol into the reward it once was, rather than the mainstay of my waking existence. I'm not sure I can deal with the idea of cutting it out completely. What release would I have to look forward to?

 

[LoG]

Some heavy drinkers given sufficient motivation can stop or moderate their drinking, but for those who have stepped across the line into physical addiction there is unfortunately no turning back. It is a progressive illness which only gets worse, never better. There may be periods were there is an illusion of power over alcohol but is usually followed by even worse binges.

The physical addiction is manifested not so much by how much one suffers after cutting the booze out as by how strong the physical craving is after having 3 or 4 drinks instead of the usual 12-18. The test of moderation is how consistently one could do that and how much control it takes. Some are blessed with a lot of willpower but if one is truly alcoholic it will usually become quickly apparent that the ability to moderate one's drinking is no longer there.

I'm not sure I can deal with the idea of cutting it out completely. What release would I have to look forward to?

I can relate. I didn't think I could either until the time came that I had no other choice. The release I found through the working of the AA 12 Step program, was more than I ever got from drinking. Lot cheaper too.