Technically, it is illegal. But morally and ethically, thats another question. Many people at my clinic drive and most cops overlook this because methadone does not cause major intoxication. Yes it is illegal, but it is really up to the individual police officer and his/her judgement on the individual driver.
Yes. so long as you are prescribed it.
It is perfectly legal to drive on methadone, as it is on any other prescription drug, as long as you are not intoxicated.This means that for someone on a stable dose of methadone, who can pass a sobriety test, it is legal to drive. If the dose is too high or the individual's tolerance too low, or if the individual is prescribed other drugs which enhance the intoxicating effects of the methadone, the person will not be able to pass a sobriety test and will be considered intoxicated.
you can drive while on any dose of methadone, as long as it is a stable dose. and do not have the "nod". i was on 20mls and just recently up'd to 30mls. On 20mls i felt great wide awake and lots of energy. Today on 30mls, i am nodding off and have a bad headache. so today i would not drive my car. hope that helps.
Yes, as long as methadone is taken as prescribed, you can maintain employment.
If you are taking any form of medication responsibly as prescribed, it is fine to operate heavy equipment unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
Taking less methadone would help. Talk to the doctor who prescribed you the methadone. He/she will be able to prescribe an anti-emetic such as Phenergan or change the methadone to another medication (if you are using it for pain).
You must inform the DVLA if you have a notifiable health condition, but you do not need to inform them of your medication. The legal limit for methadone is 30mg per litre of blood. You should seek medical advice as to whether your dose would mean you would be unfit to drive. Even if you are below the legal limit, do not drive if you feel your judgement or reaction time is impaired.
Yes, you can. If you do get pregnant while on methadone, do , PLEASE , PLEASE , not detox. At best it will be a shaky experience for you. At worst, you can end up having a miscarriage.
Yes, but make sure it is prescribed properly by a physician that knows you are taking either drug.
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You can be prescribed it and still drive. But if you're actually on it, and subject to intoxicating effects of it, then it'll be illegal for you to drive.Added: Regardless of whether it is prescribed, or not, being under the influence of medications still leaves you open to a charge of DUI.
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