Question 1

how do i get methadone?

Accepted Answer

See detail: This is a U.S. based site and therefore cannot provide an answer on how to obtain methadone in your own country. I would urge you to speak with a physician in your area.

Question 2

can shoot up methadone?

Accepted Answer

No.: You should not do this. Extremely unsafe as the absorption and action of Methadone is quite unlike other medications and may rapidly lead to unintentional overdose.  I am not advocating the use of any IV drugs but this is particularly bad....

Question 3

what does methadone do to you?

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Depends: It may be used as a pain medication or to treat heroin addiction.

Question 4

why does methadone make me itch?

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That: Whole class of meds has itching as a side effect

Question 5

how can i get off methadone quick?

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See addiction doc: If you have been taking Methadone for a while, slow taper will allow for the most comfortable withdrawal. More rapid taper will lead to withdrawal symptoms which can be uncomfortable, but not life threatening. These symptoms can be treated symptomaticly by an addiction specialist.

Question 6

what does the methadone test look for?

Accepted Answer

See below: Methadone and/or its metabolites.

Question 7

#why does methadone make u gain weight?

Accepted Answer

It should not: Opinates/narcotics in general don't have weight-gain as a side effect. They actually can suppress appetite a bit and people may lose wt while on these meds. For some, taking Methadone may allow the person to return to normal functioning (ie the person was doing drugs) which may including working, socializing/eating more and thus wt gain. Consult doc as u may have thyroid problem now. Good luck.

Question 8

how long can a person stay on methadone?

Accepted Answer

A very long time: Methadone has several uses.  It is a dangerous medication if not used correctly & under strict guidance of a physician who is trained in it's us.  It can be used for chronic pain & for drug rehabilitation.  If all the correct precautions are used & one is followed closely & is careful with co-administration of other medications, it can be used for many years without harm.  See pcp/pain mgmt doc.

Question 9

how much methadone is too much for dosage?

Accepted Answer

Any dose that causes: The patient to nod off, act drunk, or stop breathing is too high. When i worked in a Methadone clinic in 1980 in chicago, the average dose was about 45 mg. With the increase in heroin potency, I am seeing patients who have been or are on 200-300 mg a day.

Question 10

what can methadone do to your personality?

Accepted Answer

Methadone personality: Nervous system side effects have included agitation, confusion, disorientation, dysphoria, euphoria, seizures, sleepiness or insomnia, and dizziness.One study has suggested that detoxification from Methadone maintenance therapy may result in the development of an organic mood syndrome. Psychological dependents has occurred and one case of Methadone induced obsessive-compulsive disorder has been reported. Source: www.Drugs.Com.

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