The Effects of Methadone on The Body

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In the US, the government is battling the opioid overdose epidemic.

About 115 people die every day due to this problem and those numbers continue to rise.

The misuse of opioids affects the public health and economic welfare of the country.

One of the opiates that people commonly misuse is methadone.

Methadone is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain.

Doctors can also prescribe it to treat narcotic addiction.

Sadly, some patients misuse their methadone prescription for a variety of reasons.

This affects them and their health in different ways.

When taken as prescribed by your doctor, methadone medication is safe and effective.

For patients with addiction, it works effectively if used together with comprehensive medication-assisted treatment which includes social support and counseling.

Doctors say that methadone works a lot like morphine but it’s effect on the body are slower.

It works by changing how the brain and nervous system respond to pain.

This makes you feel relief.

Methadone blocks the euphoric effects of opiate drugs such as codeine or heroin.

It also lessens withdrawal symptoms of opiates.

The pain relief from this drug lasts for about eight to 12 hours.

Studies have shown that methadone is effective in higher doses, particularly for those patients with heroin addiction.

Methadone is an effective treatment for suppressing cravings and reducing pain.

It has a long-term treatment period, usually one year or more.

No matter how it is taken, the effects are wide and varied as they depend on the individual’s body.

Possible Methadone side effects are constipation, vomiting (especially in the beginning of treatment as the body adjusts to the medication), light headedness, irregular sweating, dry mouth, fatigue and more.

These side effects are more likely if the medication is not taken as prescribed or above the therapeutic dose.

You will work closely with your doctor to find a dose that works for you.

If you experience any of these side effects, it’s important to communicate them with your doctor so that your dosage can be adjusted.

Sometimes, these side-effects can occur in the beginning stages of treatment and later subside once you have had time to get used to your dosage.

Fortunately, when methadone program requirements are followed and medication is taken as prescribed, it can be a huge help in recovering your life after addiction.

If you are looking into a methadone treatment program for yourself or a loved one, check out our state-by-state directories for more information

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