Question 1

what does liquid methadone look like? what does it do?

Accepted Answer

Varies by brand: It comes in different colors, most commonly used one is red, and comes in different consistencies, some of which contain sugar and some of which do not. It does everything that methadone in pill or wafer form does, with the additional flexibility of allowing differences as little as 1 mg.  Most methadone treatment programs dose by computer equipment that requires liquid. It is a long-acting opioid

Question 2

why do i feel like a zombie on 1 mg of sub when i never felt like this even on my highest methadone amount?

Accepted Answer

It's a different med: Suboxene doesn't cause any "high" effect that you might have been addicted to and therefore a lot of people who have been abusing opioids don't feel the buzz they had on other opioids. You must be heavily dependent on that opioid effect that is not offered by suboxene.

Question 3

i would like to get off methadones but i need to do it while still working. no insurance and would like to get an idea what i can do and costs ?

Accepted Answer

Consider Suboxone.: First find an md who can prescribe suboxone. You will need to drop daily Methadone dose to 30mg or less, then stop it and 24hrs or so later start Suboxone ( generic subutex is cheaper - about $10 a day) md's fee about $300 - $450 1st visit, then $80-130 for follow up visits. You may need to be on sub. For a long time and coming off this can also be difficult. Check out suboxone.Com for more info.

Question 4

i'm currently on methadone thru a mmt clinic taking 60. i have got to quit like now due to personal issues. please help what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Start a slow taper: Ask the clinic to put you on a tapering schedule. I assume that you are taking liquid methadone. Ask them for something that is reasonable and stick with it. Decreasing Methadone by 5 mg every week would be reasonable place to start. Start daily exercise, even walking. Make sure you have lots of distraction, hobbies or whatever to keep you busy and you mind occupied. When you crave, go do something.

Question 5

methadone side effects?

Accepted Answer

Similar to others: Methadone side effects are a matter of research for numerous scientists. If the dosage of the medicine is correct, then there are no risks of kidney, heart, liver, lungs or any type of failure. 

A number of common Methadone side effects include constipation, skin rash, water retention, dizziness, weakness, extreme sweating and flushing and in some circumstances erectile dysfunction.

Question 6

can methadone cause hot flashes?

Accepted Answer

Diaphoresis: Not necessarily hot flashes, but more like profuse sweating. You may also experience lightheaded/dizziness, sleepiness, nausea, and constipation. If you have any serious side effects, such as trouble breathing or chest pain, contact your doctor and get evaluated right away. Take care.

Question 7

does arithromycin affect methadone?

Accepted Answer

Yes, dangerously: The combination of Erythromycin and Methadone can increase Methadone levels, risk of fatal overdose, risk of heart rhythm problems and possible death from acute heart problems.  The combination may cause qt prolongation, something that can lead to a potentially fatal heart rhythm problems.

Question 8

does methadone cause sexual problems?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Not listed in my resource as an issue but generally thought that if a drug is good for the mind it is bad for the sex organs and vice versa.  This is a potent narcotic and i would strongly believe that it could/would have some degree of sexual side effects.  Consult a pharmacist/pharm. D.  Or your pcp or addiction medicine doctor.

Question 9

is it safe to drive while on methadone?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As long as you are on a stable dose and not sedated.  However, if you get in an accident they will still try to blame you.

Question 10

methadone and midol taken together okay?

Accepted Answer

Drug interaction: Midol is non-sedating so it should not be a problem. You should however inform your prescribing physician of all medications, including over the counter medication, you are taking.

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