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Well, methadone is an extremely powerful narcotic pain killer. It's actually the first step in a gradual detox program from heroine. By a month, your body has already created receptors to replace the ones blocked by the opioids in the methadone. Withdrawals are going to be excruciating and miserable for upwards of 72 hours, and probably will fail. Best method of detox is to find a source of oxycodone or low-dose morphine, and then wean down to low-dose hydrocodone, and then drop the meds completely. Otherwise, strap yourself down in a detox clinic and ride out the few days. You'll feel like death until it's over with. There is no quick detox that can be done on your own, in all probability. Good luck.

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Is methadone supposed to give you withdrawal symptoms during the daytime?

No, Methadone should take away the withdrawal symptoms. If you are experiencing withdrawals long after it has been taken, consult your physician about adjusting your dosage.


How long after you take methadone can you take suboxone?

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Can you get sick if suboxone is out of your system for 24 hours and you take methadone?

No, you will not get sick. As long as the Suboxone is out of your system you will not feel any withdrawal symptoms.


What are the side effects of withdrawing from methadone and how long does it last?

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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.


Will Vicodin help methadone withdrawal?

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Why do you still feel withdrawals on suboxone when you stopped taking methadone 10 days ago?

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Is methadone worse for you than Watson 349?

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Will methadone help hydromorphone withdrawl symptoms?

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How long does 85mgs of methadone show up in a drug test if ive been taking it for about a month?

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What would happen if you crushed a 10 milligram methadone pill and injected it?

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