Methadose

(methadone)

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Treats severe pain or drug dependence.

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Prescription opioids are used to treat several kinds of pain - but they carry significant risks, including addiction. Learn more about these drugs and be sure to discuss the risks with your doctor.

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Methadose (methadone) is a cheap and effective treatment for severe chronic pain, but has serious risks for fatal overdose and drug dependence.

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Quick facts about methadone
  • Drug class: Pain
  • Rx status: Prescription only
  • Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (methadone)

Upsides

  • Available as a cheap, generic version.
  • One of the stronger opioid medicines for treatment of severe pain.
  • Can also be used to treat opioid dependence as part of a complete recovery program.
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Downsides

  • Methadose (methadone) can cause slowed breathing, coma, and death from overdose, especially if mixed with alcohol, sleeping pills, or muscle relaxants.
  • Constipation is a common side effect of Methadose (methadone) and you might need laxatives or stool softeners.
  • Not a good option for short-term pain relief.
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How it works

Methadose (methadone) is an opioid (narcotic), which acts on the brain to lower your perception of pain.

Quick facts about methadone
  • Drug class: Pain
  • Rx status: Prescription only
  • Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (methadone)

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Dosage forms

  • Pill
  • Dissolving tablet
  • Liquid
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What to expect when you take Methadose (methadone) for Pain management

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  • Possible side effects
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Slowed breathing (respiratory depression)
  • Constipation
  • Drowsiness
  • Slow heartbeat
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Side effect rates for Methadose (methadone)

Risks and Warnings for Methadose (methadone)

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    • Higher risk if:
    • › Start of treatment
    • › Age 65 or greater
    • › Dose changes and higher doses

    Taking too much Methadose (methadone) can cause irregular or slow breathing that can put you in a coma. Don't take more than what your doctor prescribes. Be aware of any irregularities in your breathing, especially after a change in dose. If you have any shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, dial 911 immediately.

    This is a black box warning. The FDA requires this warning when there is a significant risk of serious or life-threatening effects that anyone taking the drug should consider.

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Common concerns from people taking Methadose (methadone)

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Kidneys and liver
  • Worth it
    Worked well
    Big hassle
    Reviewed methadoneon 2/2/2020More physicians need to prescribe this medication, Patients have to use less. longer lasting, less going to the bottle for more medication. Safe on liver and kidney's. The CNS effects very low. CDC needs to lighten up and states needs to pass new laws which enable people with certifiable conditions to get what they need to eliminate suffering. They license doctors to practice then cookbook how they prescribe meds. We've never had an opiate crisis except the one the CDCreated
    56
    Man
    Two years or more
    Moderate to severe pain
Pain
  • Worth it
    Worked well
    Low hassle
    Reviewed methadoneon 2/25/2018Best narcotic available for chronic pain
    54
    Woman
    Two years or more
    Would rather not say