Question 1

what happens when youre on methadone maintainence and use meth?

Accepted Answer

Methadone meth: You will probably die. Do not think about doing meth at all. Meth is too dangerous.

Question 2

is it possible to have a takehome dose of methadone if planning a vacatiion? i also smoke marjuana have for 20+ yrs.meth maintains the perk addiction.

Accepted Answer

No: Methadone maintenance is designed to prevent cravings for a narcotic addiction. Not for recreation. Smoking marijuana mixing with Methadone can potentate respiratory depression and  you can stop breathing. Methadone does not prevent cravings of thc( marijuana.

Question 3

i'm on 30ml methadone which i have to come off. is it easier to come off the meth slowly or go onto subutex? which is the hardest to come off?

Accepted Answer

Slowly : Work with your  physician taper very slow depends.  How long you have been taking medication . What is your metabolism

Question 4

why do doctors recommend soboxyn over methadone? i am a meth patient, 70 ml.

Accepted Answer

Lots of reasons: For one thing, in many parts of the US (as well as the rest of the world) Methadone programs are sharply limited in how big they can be, and where they can operate, and there are LONG waiting lists for spots. Secondly, many people and esp. those with prescription drug problems, are not comfortable being in programs together with IV heroin users, and prefer a doctors office. More treatments=better.

Question 5

i'm a heroin & meth addict have been using for 6 years now and i'm wanting to start something like methadone what type of doctor would i need to see?

Accepted Answer

Center: Your addiction requires a multifaceted approach for best possible results. Locate a drug rehabilitation Center near you and continue your road to success there. You have already taken the first big step in finding out about it. You will have a team of MD's and therapists, staff, etc. to help you get the monkey off your back. Good Luck to you.

Question 6

i'm on 30ml methadone, doc wants me on subutex .after 36 hours from last dose of meth i start on subs, how long does it take to kick in, first day 4mg?

Accepted Answer

See below: After being on 30 mg meth,  you will not be comfortable on 4 mg but may be comfortable on a full dose of 16 or more  almost immediately unless you had been recently reduced to that dose from a higher meth dose.

Question 7

can methadone be used for treating crystal meth addiction?

Accepted Answer

No: There are no pharmacologic treatments for methamphetamine addiction.

Question 8

i  am want to quit and reccover from crystal meth addiction and i cannot take methadone or for that matter most all pain med. makes me sick, will this?

Accepted Answer

Crystal meth: It's a good sign that you want to quit. I suggest that you contact a methamphitamine detox/rehab center.

Question 9

im 12 weeks pregnant and had a positive test on methamphetamine, will my lab results maintain confidential?

Accepted Answer

You and your doctor: You and your doctor will have access to your lab results. If you are using Meth then it is important to be open and honest with your physician so that you can get the help you need to keep you and your baby safe. Your doctor can guide you to get the help that you need. Meth is a very dangerous drug during pregnancy.

Question 10

what should i do when you realize you're addicted to meth?

Accepted Answer

Get HELP now. : Contact your family physician, get referred to an addiction clinic, and get off the junk.  Glad you have recognized your problem, and wish more people would do the same.  Although not easy, get moving, and you will be relieved how stable all will turn out.

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What happens when youre on methadone maintainence and use meth

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What happens when youre on methadone maintainence and use meth?

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Is it possible to have a takehome dose of methadone if planning a vacatiion? i also smoke marjuana have for 20+ yrs.meth maintains the perk addiction.

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I'm on 30ml methadone which i have to come off. is it easier to come off the meth slowly or go onto subutex? which is the hardest to come off?

A member asked:

Why do doctors recommend soboxyn over methadone? i am a meth patient, 70 ml.

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I'm a heroin & meth addict have been using for 6 years now and i'm wanting to start something like methadone what type of doctor would i need to see?

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I'm on 30ml methadone, doc wants me on subutex .after 36 hours from last dose of meth i start on subs, how long does it take to kick in, first day 4mg?

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Can methadone be used for treating crystal meth addiction?

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I am want to quit and reccover from crystal meth addiction and i cannot take methadone or for that matter most all pain med. makes me sick, will this?

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Im 12 weeks pregnant and had a positive test on methamphetamine, will my lab results maintain confidential?

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What should i do when you realize you're addicted to meth?

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