Many opiate abusers have successfully used L-Tyrosine for opiate withdrawal symptoms such as fatigue and depression. L-Tyrosine is a non-essential amino acid that is abundant in many high-protein foods such as chicken, turkey, fish, cottage cheese, cheese, yogurt, almonds, milk, avocados, bananas, peanuts, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds and soy products.
When I first used The Thomas Recipe for opiate withdrawal, I really felt like the L-Tyrosine boosted my mood and lifted the dark clouds that were looming above me. Not only that, but I also noticed that I had more physical and mental energy. L-Tyrosine for opiate withdrawal works so well because it helps your brain produce dopamine, norepinephrine (noradrenaline), and epinephrine (adrenaline).
L-Tyrosine for Opiate Withdrawal Depression and Fatigue
In dopaminergic cells in the brain, L tyrosine makes the following conversion:
L-Tyrosine → L-Dopa → dopamine → norepinephrine + epinephrine
The psychological aspect of opiate withdrawal is powerful. If you just had the physical symptoms but felt good mentally and emotionally, it wouldn’t be all that bad. However, the intense depression and the inability to feel any pleasure whatsoever make opiate withdrawal a living hell.
Dopamine
Luckily, L-Tyrosine for opiate withdrawal can reduce depression and actually enhance your mood because of its ability to increase dopamine in the brain. Dopamine is the neurotransmitter that is responsible for pleasure, reward, and motivation. Drugs produce much larger spikes of dopamine than our bodies were meant to handle. After abusing drugs for a while, our dopamine reward system is damaged. Things that used to make us happy (Disneyland, job promotion etc.) no longer provide enough of a dopamine spike for us to feel pleasure.
At this point, use of the drug is the only way to feel any sort of pleasure in life. During opiate withdrawal, it becomes very important to use supplements like L-Tyrosine to help your body produce dopamine naturally. Doing so can significantly help counteract opiate withdrawal depression.
Norepinephrine and Epinephrine
Better known as noradrenaline and adrenaline, these two chemicals belong to a class of neurotransmitters called catecholamines. These are referred to as excitatory neurotransmitters, which means they excite or stimulate the mind and body. Drinking beverages with caffeine quickly elevate these excitatory chemical messengers. One of the symptoms of opiate withdrawal is extreme fatigue. Taking L-Tyrosine for opiate withdrawal fatigue is a great way to boost adrenaline and get your body and mind moving in the right direction.
L-Tyrosine for Opiate Withdrawal Dosage
I’m a Certified Advanced Food-Based Healing Instructor with a specialty in supplements and nutrition for opiate withdrawal and recovery. I also recovered from opiate addiction so well because I used natural supplements along with medications.
The following L-Tyrosine for opiate withdrawal recommendations are based on research and personal experience:
- Take between 500 mg and 2000 mg at a time (if it gives you the “jitters,” reduce the dose as needed).
- It needs to be taken on an empty stomach to be effective (taking it with meals, especially meals containing protein, competes for absorption of other amino acids).
- Take your first dose first thing in the morning at least 45 minutes before breakfast.
- Take your second dose at least 3 hours after breakfast.
- You can take a third dose 3 hours after lunch if needed.
- Use as little as needed to get the benefits.
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Using L-Tyrosine for opiate withdrawal helps, but it only relieves a small portion of the symptoms. It doesn’t help with insomnia, gastrointestinal upset, sweating, hot and cold flashes, nausea or anxiety. That’s why it’s important to use other natural supplements combined with L-Tyrosine.
There is a powerful Opiate Withdrawal Supplement that contains L-Tyrosine plus many other awesome nutrients. If I ever had to go through opiate withdrawal again, you can be sure that I would be ordering a 30-day supply of this stuff to ease my symptoms.
If you can afford it, I also highly recommend taking this awesome supplement, because the benefits are just too good to pass up.
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If you have any questions on using L-Tyrosine for opiate withdrawal, please don’t hesitate to post it in the comment box below.
first off, i would like to say thank you for all this great info, i am going to start my home detox Saturday or Sunday. while talking with friends i have been given many of the products listed in all 4 of your home detox plans, I’ve talked with my doctor and he gave me /1 mg of clonidine (21 tabs) and ropinirole.25 mg (7 tabs). i have lots of Imodium and Gravol , i have dlpa and valerian root and vitamin c and ordered some red bali kratom but i don’t know if that will get here in time. I picked up a blood pressure monitor and I can get some Phenibut and also some l-tyrosine. I have been using for 25 years and quit and then was put on suboxone for the last 18 months (24 mg) So my question is what of these will conflict and if u have any suggestions I would greatly appreciate anything you suggest. And i will also say I have loaded up with healthy food ,a bunch of boost and Gatorade and water, fresh fruits and no sweets. If you have any suggestions or what to take when or what not to take I would be forever grateful, i am desperate to finally get of my leash. Please email if you can
Hi Matt I have the Elimidrol day n night can I use with the DLPA? Or just one or other? Still on meds dr reduced the Oxymorphone from 3 a day to 2 a day!! Plus I have the oxycodone . Trying to not take but very difficult! Need to feel energy and not so down no concentration!! Can’t remember stuff!! Ugggh
If it were me I’d use both together!
Hi. I was wondering if I’m supposed to use the L Tyrosine with Calm Support, or should I not take it if I take Calm Support? Another question- the list of amino acids recommended to take, am I suppose to take all of those including Calm Support? Or just one or the other? Thanks.
Hi Eric,
Taking extra amino acids along with Calm Support is a great idea. Calm Support has a great blend of nutrients for opiate withdrawal, but taking some extra nutrients along with it can help.
Ok thanks so much.
My pleasure Eric.
i just took my first l-tyrosine pill. is it a good idea to drink a detox tea with it? im coming off of opiates percs. i dont want to mix the two if its not good
It should be fine but it depends on the tea, and what other meds you are on.
Hi. Just curious would it be okay to take L-tyrosine with wellbutrin? I was reading that wellbutrin can work wonders and my doc offered to give it to me before to help quit smoking so Im sure I could get it no problem. I just don’t want to mix to much stuff and end up in worse shape (if that’s even possible). But I’m determined to do it this time and I’m planning ahead so I have no excuses. I know nothing is going to be a miracle cure but anything that will help is a blessing. I also got valerian root and melatonin because I read up about the natural herbs first and then started researching about the wellbutrin. Any thoughts and ideas are appreciated. Thanks in advance 🙂
I haven’t heard of that being a bad mix. what I always do is a Google search with the drug and “contraindications.” so if you wrote “Wellbutrin contraindications” you will see what you cannot take.
I just want to say thank you to Matt- it’s been difficult coming off of opiates. Currently my wife and I are both in the PAWS and it’s hard to get up to do anything at all. I just found all of your recommendations at the Vitamin Shoppe down the road. Currently we have Passion Flower (2ml every 6 hours) Valerian (400mg twice a day) and HTP5 at night (200mg at bedtime) and we are about to go get L-Tyrosine to help with motivation throughout the day (which caffeine almost acts against any supplements we take, almost giving us a wave of feeling crappy and cold sweats)
I was wondering if you would give me your opinion on Phenibut? It’s the one thing online that a lot of people are saying helps out in small doses and periodically, but some say that the withdrawals are similar to opiates and it should only be used if absolutely necessary.
Hi
I am on day 4 and I have started the L-Tyrosine today. How long did you take this supplement and will I ever be able to make happy chemicals in my brain without the use of supplements ??
I just found your website very helpful. I am closing on day 4 detox of my 200+mg a day OxyContin habit. And man it has been tough. Especially the first two days. I went to the hospital yesterday and they gave me clonidine and Ativan which is helping. But anyway, this was my second relapse and this time I wanna make it. I have a son and I just need to focus on him. I relapsed because after being clean for 3 months, my mental state was just unbearable, I was depressed, no interest in anything, even when I tried, and it made me go back to the opiates. So reading your blog, I’m going to be buying the l tyrosine tomorrow, and I hope it will help me stay positive and kick this habit once and for all. I’ve watched these things ruin my like over and over again and I’m done. Any helpful advice would be appreciated. Thank you.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience Ana. I know it’s hard, but there is light at the end of tunnel if you keep getting through this difficult phase. Glad you enjoyed this article, and I also recommend reading the ones below which relate to your situation:
How To Stop Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome From Opiates
How To Get Your Energy Back After Quitting Opiates
DLPA: A Miracle Supplement For Opiate Addiction Recovery
I am trying the L-Tyrosine now ! this is my fifth attempt at getting off the fentynal patch. Opiates have almost destroyed my life
I have been taking 3-4 norco 10’s for 3 months after a surgery on my back. I have not abused them or taken more than prescribed. However, now that I’m rehab for my back the dr took me off the pain meds. I stopped taking them and felt pretty lousy for about 3-5 days. BUT after that I have started to feel worse. Severe anxiety and insomnia. Also, I guess what you call “cravings”. I have about 10 pills left and I found myself taking one because that feeling was unbearable. My dr has told me to just deal with it. This is new to me and I realize that I’m addicted whether I like it or not. I’m really pissed that this was not explained to me. Now I find myself taking a pill or half of one just so I can function and the back pain is worse. I feel like some of the physical systems I can deal with but it’s the anxiety, insomnia and restlessness that is most difficult. Anyone out there have any advice? Would l-tyrosine help me with any of these symptoms? I’m back and work now and I have to be able to function!! This sucks! Like I said, I have about 10 pills left. Should I use them to taper? Thanks for your help!
I’ve never heard of L-Tyrosine being used for those symptoms. Please read the following article which I believe may offer value to your situation:
How To Use Passion Flower For Opiate Withdrawal
Thanks so much….Starting Day 1 for about the 100th time tomorrow. I am not going back this time. It absolutely is the debilitating depression and lack of energy that lures me back into using again. I am going to the health food store today and buying L Tyrosine….thanks for the information
Glad the info was of value to you. Good luck and keep on going for it. If you never quit trying, you’re sure to succeed. Take care Ang.
Hello Matt would love to chat with you about some natural supplements to withdrawal off opiates please email me at Khristiansmommy15@gmail.com
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Hi! Im starting my firdt day off tramadol cold turkey. Ive been on tramadol for almost 4 yrs for back pain mostly.
I pickrd up thr stuff to start on thr thomas recipe. Just wondering how long i have to wait to start the l-tyrosine.im very hopeful this will help with w.d. because i am very bad with pain. Pain is the whole reason im in this mess lol.
Anyways, i was taking almost 1000mg of tramadol a day. Since yesterday ive only taken a total off 400mg yesterday and today(10am) 100mg.
I just need guidance and help on how to use this thomas recipe. All these forums ive been reading all week has given mr the strength to tell myself i an do it!!
Me. Finch,
I’m 28yrs old, college graduate, living at home, and opiate dependent. I recently kicked a 300-400mg a day habit by going to Malibu to stay with a relative to quit cold turkey. Physical symptoms were not that bad at all. I stayed for 2 weeks, but the mental aspect of withdrawal was too draining and I couldn’t endure it any longer. Soon as I returned, I used. My habit since I’ve been back (13 days today) has been fractional to my previous use (60-150mg/day of oxycodones IR). I feel like what you’ve written in regards to DLPA or L-Tyrosine is nearly the answer to my problem of PAWS. Can you let me know what you think I should do or if this supplement can really lift my mental condition to get me out of depression, anxiety, and sleeplessness?
Congrats on quitting for that long, and then even though you started again, you’ve really cut your habit down. Make sure to talk to your doctor to see if these supplements are something that would be good for you. I wish you the best of luck Chris.
Hi Matt
Thanks for all the great imfo.!!
I have a few questions if that is ok?
I am doing this alone, agaimst my dr amd pharmacists advice and have no support from my family or partmer. So i am relying on forums and the net and using your advice with the thomas program
I am only on day 3 and doing ok
I am assuming the worst is yat to come?
How long do i continue with the Tyrosine?
What can i do to help deal with the Pain ( i forgot how intense it can be)
I have found little help with this part of it
I am 5 yrs using jurnista, targin, endone and various other opiates post MVA
I am told by my pharmacist i cannot take over counter codine whilst withdrawing
He also told me straight i have a choice. Drug dependency with quality of life or pain and independence of self care, dressing showering etc
My GP has said same
I dont want to have gone thru this for nothing and want to continue and am determined to get thru withdrawals anxiety but am struggling pretty bad pain wise and getting worse by the day
Any advice would be greatly appreciated
Cheets Maree
Hi Maree,
As for the L-Tyrosine, many people in your position use it for at least a few months after coming off opioids. However, I can’t tell you how long to use it for and this is just informational use, not medical advice. As for the pain, please read the following articles and perhaps something will resonate with you:
16 Epic Natural Painkillers To Use Instead Of Opiates
Chronic Pain
kratom is awesome! i am using it right now the bali will make u little jittery if u put too much i like the red vein to stop the shakes. i highly suggest tapering down to ten mg first
Do I have to be off oxycodone for a period of time before starting l-tyrosine ? Will it cause problems if I take l-tyrosine to soon after my last dose of oxycodone?
Thanks
L-Tyrosine can be used while on oxycodone, while tapering, immediately after getting off, and weeks to months after getting off. But always check with your doctor before trying new supplements.
Disclaimer: I am a Strategic Intervention Coach, not a doctor, so I can’t give professional advice regarding aspects of the body, only the mind. This comment is for informational use only. It’s not intended to treat, diagnose or prevent any disease. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, trying any new supplements, medications, exercise or opiate tapering programs.
Would it be ok to take l-tyrosine if I am currently taking Wellbutrin , I am 21 days off methadone and have bad PAWS no mental drive, no energy no willpower to do anything, any advice would be great, thanks.
Hi Tim,
I didn’t find L-Tyrosine in the Wellbutrin contraindications. However, I am not a doctor. Always check with your doctor before using any new supplements.
Hi Matt thank you well it’s Monday I tried the kratom it worked alittle bit for an hour or so at a time I stopped tramadol and oxycodone cold turkey I had a few ocy left so I tampered it I will be all out tommorow so it will be just kratom L tyrosine and DL-phenyylanine. B6 and magnesium. Needless to say it’s ruff right now I was worried about the L-tyrosine and tramadol I read it’s a bad mix. I haven’t had tramadol since Saturday tho. Any way I don’t have insurance so a hospital visit is out the question. And meds are to. Only have the natural. Pray for me I have a wife and kids and believe it or not they don’t know about my problem. I have to lie and say I’m sick alot it really sucks I feel horrible living a lie and killing myself with these pain pills the only pain I’m in is from the pills
Hi I’m going to stop oxycodon cold turkey this Saturday I will have 5 days off to do so. I have 3 ounces of kratom I have a white strain red Bali and the pimp strain I also order L-tyosine and dlpA can I mix kratom and those supplements together. My oxy dose is 50mg a day for the past 3 years. I can’t tapper it tryed I can’t do it. I’m tried everything so I’m read your stuff and I’m ready to use the natural way. I need my life back I am alittle worried about how the kratom will make me feel but I’m going to do it.
Hi Ron,
Kratom usually mixes very well with the supplements you mentioned. Along with that, many people have also benefited greatly from exercising at the same time. I was worried about how the kratom would make me feel the first time as well Ron.
Most people try a small dose of 3 grams first to assess how they tolerate it, then work there way up to the desired dose for them. Take care Ron. I’m here to help you along the way if you need more questions answered.
Disclaimer: I am a Strategic Intervention Coach, not a doctor, so I can’t give professional advice regarding aspects of the body, only the mind. This comment is for informational use only. It’s not intended to treat, diagnose or prevent any disease. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, trying any new supplements, medications, exercise or opiate tapering programs.
kratom is awesome! i am using it right now the bali will make u little jittery if u put too much i like the red vein to stop the shakes. i highly suggest tapering down to ten mg first
This information is truly amazing!!! I’m going on day 11 of heroin withdrawal and finding this website by sheer luck is giving me the hope and tools to kick the habit for good. Thank you so much…..
Thanks for the applause Jerry! I love it when my readers reach out to say how much the information on this website helps them. I truly believe everything you need to get off opiates and feel healthy is within these articles. Take care.
So what would be more beneficial. The Ltyroisine or the DLPA? I just feel like I’m in a fog, exhausted, and anxious…
Hi Kayla,
The DLPA is more beneficial, here is why:
L-tyrosine helps you produce dopamine, norepinephrine and epinephrine, so it can increase energy and improve mood. But DLPA can do all this, as well as produce endorphins, which are severely deficient while coming off opiates.
Please read the following article if you have not already done so:
DLPA: A Miracle Supplement For Opiate Addiction Recovery
Also, “The Morning Tonic” from Step 2 in the following article can seriously improve your energy and mood:
How to Get Off Methadone Without Withdrawal
You could also take the L-tyrosine with DLPA, as this would further stimulate the production of energy-enhancing neurotransmitters in the brain.
Hang in there Kayla! You’re going to get through this. I’m here to help you along the way in any way I can.
Disclaimer: I am a Strategic Intervention Coach, not a doctor, so I can’t give professional advice regarding aspects of the body, only the mind. What I write is for informational use only. It’s not intended to treat, diagnose or prevent any disease. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, trying any new supplements, medications, exercise or opiate tapering programs.
Is L tyrosine safe to take while tapering?
Hi Mel,
Yes…L-tyrosine is safe to take while tapering. However, I like the supplement DLPA
better. DLPA is a combination supplement containing the D- and the L- forms of the amino acid phenylalanine. DLPA supplementation while tapering can increase the same neurotransmitters as L-tyrosine: dopamine, epinephrine, norepinephrine…and it also supplies your body with more endorphins, which are severely depleted due to tapering opiates.
I wrote an article on DLPA that I highly recommend EVERYONE tapering or coming off opiates read:
DLPA: A Miracle Supplement For Opiate Addiction Recovery
Good luck on your journey Mel, and if you have any more questions I’m happy to assist you.
Attention: I am a Strategic Intervention Coach, not a doctor, so I can’t give professional advice regarding aspects of the body, only the mind. What I write is for informational use only. It’s not intended to treat, diagnose or prevent any disease. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, trying any new supplements, medications, exercise or opiate tapering programs.
I am purchasing calm support right now. I notice it doesn’t have l-tyrosine. Should I also purchase a bottle of that?
Hi David,
Calm Support has something called mucuna pruriens in it, aka velvet bean. It is actually more powerful at producing dopamine, adrenaline, and noradrenaline than L-tyrosine.
Can it be taken with subs? Help!!!!!!?!