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Methadone treatment works for heroin addicts, but also for chronic pain and any other signs of addictions ************I have been on methadone for 5 years. Here is how it went for me: I finally told my MD I was addicted to hydrocodone (Vicodin or Lorcet). I said I didn't think I could quit cold turkey on my own, and wanted to find out more about methadone. My doc referred me to a nearby methadone clinic. I had an appt with an intake counsellor. I found out all about the program, what the fees were, rules, etc., and had the opportunity to ask questions. I went to have a physical as was part of the program. I came back next for the actual dosing of the methadone. They started me on 20mg, and every couple days went up. I ultimately stopped at 75mg, which is where I have stayed all these years. It took me several months of following the rules and going to counselling to get take out privileges, and after a year clean, I only had to go to the clinic every 2 weeks to pick up my meds. The clinic in NC only charged me $224 a month. When we moved to Maine, that figure rose uncomfortably to $340. So costs vary greatly. I have done well on methadone, I don't crave opiates, I don't have any withdrawal. I feel good, my moods are good. I feel how I would think "normal" would be for someone not experiencing depression or opiate addiction.

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If you are on methadone can you work for the nhs?

iTS UP TO THEM THE COMPANY.


If on methadone can a drug test for heroin work?

No, Methadone requires its own specific test because it is synthetic.


Can your work stop you working cause you are on methadone I drive 10 ton forklifts?

No. Methadone is a very mild opiate in terms of its "high", that is why it is chosen by drug clinics to detox from opiates. As long as you are on a dose of methadone that is appropriate, you will not have to stop work or feel any major effects from methadone.


Can you work while taking methadone?

Yes, as long as methadone is taken as prescribed, you can maintain employment.


Do antidepressants work if also taking methadone?

yes


How does methadone work in treating opioid addiction?

it treats it with respect.


If you are sick 30 minutes after taking methadone will it still work?

Yes. Sometimes methadone takes up to 2 hours to start feeling the effects.


I'm on 50mg of methadone for a month how long will it take for suboxone to work?

Will first you need to get off methadone or be on at least 5mg. And then the doctor can put you on suboxone.


Can you get the sack from your work for testing positive for methadone?

Methadone, does not show up on normal drug tests, that test for opiates. I was drug tested by the state for legal reasons, and methadone did not show up. Most employers drug tests would not detect methadone. Methadone is a synthetic opiate, and unless a specific test is done for blood serum levels of methadone, it will not show up. I have also given urine samples for jobs, and methadone does not show up, EVER!!!


Does snorting a methadone 40mg burn?

i don't know, but i really don't recommend it. methadone is supposed to help people work towards sobriety, it's not a party favor.


Can you take Tylenol 3 with codeine while on methadone if you are in extreme pain from toothaches and headaches?

Yes but it probably wont work since your receptors are blocked with methadone


Is there opium in methadone?

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