Stimulants withdrawal shaking

[dj_esky]

i have just given up meth about a month ago and i'm noticing that i'm getting uncontrollable shaking in my arms and legs. is this a normal part of withdrawal or is it some permanent damage i've done to myself?

 

[dcraver877]

I quit a couple years ago and I had that really bad the first year or so after I quit. I think the shaking is from the damage to your dopamine receptors in your brain. The only time the shaking completely stops is if I'm on opiates. It has diminished slowly ever since I quit but it is still not completely gone. Get used to it, its gonna be a while.

 

[thelung]

This is normal, it will pass in time. Good job on giving the stuff up, keep up the good work

 

[skoat]

^he's right. I believe your body is shaking uncontrolably because of an issue with your dopamine receptors. I'm not a 100%, but I believe in a way its like parkinsons disease.

This isn't an all too uncommon side-effect of serious amphetamine abuse for an extended period of time. Take it easy and your chemical imbalances may recover slowly. You can't bring back a destroyed synapse though.

 

[iameatingjam]

It's normal and it is from dopamine depletion and receptor desensitization. Your body needs dopamine for fluid movement. Parkinsons is caused by lack of dopamine, and long term meth use can lead to similar symptoms.

I think it takes about two years for your dopamine/receptors to behave like somebody's who has never done meth. Its all dependant on how much you've done and for how long. IT IS reversible though.

 

[Cane2theLeft]

There are ways that you can stimulate DA production, for example L-tyrosine supplementation. L-tyrosine is easy to purchase OTC and a precursor for DA like tryptophan and 5-HTP are for seratonin.

Also...

Foods that increase Dopamine

Food sources of dopamine increasing tyrosine include almonds, avocados, bananas, dairy products, lima beans, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds. Dopamine is easily oxidized. Foods that are rich in antioxidants such as fruits and vegetables may help protect dopamine using neurons from free radical damage. Many healthcare professionals recommend supplementing with vitamins C, vitamin E, and other antioxidants. Foods such as sugar, saturated fats, cholesterol, and refined foods interfere with proper brain function and can cause low dopamine.

Consumption of saturated fats and cholesterol should also be reduced because they can clog the arteries to the brain, heart, and other organs.

Caffeine must also be avoided by persons with depression. Caffeine is a stimulant which initially speeds up neurotransmission, raises the amount of serotonin, and temporarily elevates mood. source

 

[Jabberwocky]

^aye! just wanted to back that up as well.

that nutrititional advice cane gave is great. i've incorporated almonds and other mixed nuts, bananas, madarines, oranges, apples, yoghurts, milk, fish (omega 3 oils) into my diet and if kept up constant with exercise on top of it you'll notice your moods and energy levels pick up within a couple of weeks. it's simply good nutritional advice whether you're in withdrawals or not. plenty of fibre will keep you regular as well.

dehydration can cause shakiness as well so keep your sodium levels up and hydrated.

 

[Sweet P]

I'm not sure if it's a "normal" withdrawal effect, but it's definitely been happening to me since I quit meth.

 

[PureEuphoria]

From what I understand stimulant withdrawl is more in the head then being physical.. Not saying its impossible to have physical withdrawls , but its rare, id say 6%.... it will go away though.. Give it a month or so.

Consume a lot of milk as it has "tyrosine" in it, which can help restore your dopamine levels.

 

[Sweet P]

^ There are a few physical withdrawals from methamphetamine. See here.

Meth withdrawal also results in actual physical symptoms:

* Shaking or tremors.
* Nausea.
* Palpitations.
* Sweating.
* Hyperventilation.
* Increased appetite.

 

[iceicebaby]

The shaking is definitely from damaged dopamine receptors. Just like a Parkinson's sufferer doesn't have enough dopamine. I've never taken more than a two-month break from amps/meth at once so I never got shaking too bad, then again my habit is recreational.