Methadone: Methadone Facts

Question: Just another drug question. methadone?

(Posted by: princess.juggalo on 2010-01-29 18:28:41)

Ok, what is the affect of 78MG of methadone, and just basically what is it and why would my step dad need to take it. My alcoholic mom says that one drop of it can kill a baby. I just want to get informed. Also, if it isn't prescribed to you, can you take it and get a high?What are the risks/ side effects? Thank you =)

Posted by: WindowWizard on 2010-01-29, 18:41:34

Methadone is a very addictive prescription drug.it is only used to ween people off of Heroin.You should stay away from it at all costs.It gives a high similar to Heroin.Not sure of the side effects other than addiction.

Posted by: lol:) on 2010-01-29, 18:42:18

Methadone will KILL YOU!!! Trust me, DO NOT under any circumstance touch it!! Google it! You'll see! This is not a drug that can be played with. It is used for recovering heroin adds. It is very dangerous and very addicting. There is no BUZZ!! Just passing out in a coma! Your step father was started on a VERY low dose and has built a tolerance for it! DO NOT TOUCH IT!! YOU WILL DIE!!!!!!

Posted by: Joseph on 2010-01-30, 05:45:27

Methadone is the "gold standard " of treatments for controlling an opioid addiction (heroin, oxycontin, etc.). It is taken daily, usually in a clinic setting and combined with counseling. 78mg. is an "average " dose, though doses can go much higher. It depends on the metabolism of the individual patient. There is no "high " involved, and, in its action on the patient, methadone is endorphin replacement therapy, i.e. it normalizes endorphin systems in the brain damaged by an addiction to opiates. It is safe when used properly, i.e. not mixed with other recreational drugs, like benzodiazapines, which can be a dangerous combo. But by itself it is safe and effective in controlling an opioid addiction and can be taken safely for extended periods, even decades. Only side effect of any consequence is constipation, which is easily controlled through diet, etc. More info can be accessed at methadone.org or lindesmith.org. Kind regards, J.R. Neuberger National Alliance for Medication Assisted Recovery