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A member asked:
I have been taking methadone for 5 years a high dose daily i am starting to loose me memory its very embassaing this this be caused my the methadone?
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Quite possibly: Yes- your memory loss may be related to your chronic Methadone use.
Answered 6/28/2014
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Memory loss : I don't see that listed as a common side effect or adverse event. Please see you pcp or pain management physician.
Answered 3/24/2015
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