Archive for Methadone
Where Can I Find Detailed Information On Methadone Withdrawal?
My girlfriend has been on methadone for about 2-3 months for chronic pain. At max, she was taking 60-80mgs a day. Everything I read on the internet regarding withdrawal symptoms is regarding people who have been on 200mgs a day for years. She is obviously in a different criteria. Does anyone have a good resource [...]
What Is The Advantage Of Methadone Over Other Opiates For Treating Drug Addiction?
Methadone is just as dangerous, just as addictive and is MUCH harder to get off of (withdrawal is much worse). I’ve experienced this first hand. For non IV addicts who remain on methadone for years, why not just let them have their opiate of choice? Is this just politics?
How Does Someone Get Methadone With Only A Dope Addiction?
I know someone who is using regular weed but has somehow managed to convice his doctor for a prescription for a “Take Away 20mg Dose” of Methadone.
I understand from fellow tenants that Methadone is a drug more addictive than hard drugs. Should he be having this stuff? Should I tell the Mental Health Service? What [...]
Methadone Withdrawal — Real Help
You’ve decided it’s time to withdraw yourself from methadone, but you’re not ready for what happens.
Your withdrawal is hell. Your back aches, every joint aches and your bones hurt. Your arms and legs are cramping up and you feel like it may never end. The anxiety is making you shiver.
Did the injury not heal properly? [...]
Can Methadone Be Used To Help Someone Get Off Pain Pills, How Does It Work If Methadone Is Also Used For Pain?
My fiance is addicted to pain pills. We have talked about getting her some help from a methadone clinic. I have researched methadone, and from what I am seeing, some people use methadone for pain relief, and some people have even gotten addicted to it. How is this helping a person who is trying to [...]
Methadone: to Take Or Not to Take This Anti-narcotic Drug
KNOWING METHADONE
Methadone is an Opioid. Methadone is synthetic by nature. Methadone is also an analgesic. Methadone is basically recommended for the chronic drug abusers. Methadone has been found to be an ideal medication for the treatment of addiction from narcotic substances. Of late, methadone has been widely recommended for patients suffering from chronic pain. [...]
Methadone?
Okay short story: mom on drugs, mom goes on methadone..mom has baby..baby is going through withdrawls and ends up in NICU on morphine..they took baby off morphine yesterday to see how she does..and now today they put her on methadone, and want to send her home 2morrow? Why would hospitals let a baby go home [...]
