Outpatient treatment provides many of the same services that inpatient treatment does such as therapy sessions. The biggest difference is that you come to the facility during the day for treatment and then return home at the end of each day when your daily activities have been completed.
Getting off of methadone can make for a scary and uncomfortable time. We offer a variety of treatment options all aimed at getting you off methadone and getting your life back on track.
We want everyone that enters our facility to go on to live a happy, healthy, and sober life. If you or someone you know is suffering from a methadone addiction or dependency and could benefit from treatment, contact us today to learn more about the treatment options we have available, as well as our methadone detox programs.
Reach out today for a confidential conversation. What Is Methadone? There are two common ways in which someone can become addicted to methadone. When someone who is addicted to methadone begins to withdrawal from the substance, they can expect to experience any of the following withdrawal symptoms: Depression Insomnia Anxiety Fever Chills Muscle aches and pains Nausea Vomiting Stomach issues Sweating Hallucinations Rapid heartbeat Diarrhea Paranoia Irritability Cravings If you begin to experience any of these symptoms, it is important to consult with a medical professional.
Call us today. Here is a breakdown of what you can expect during the first few weeks of the methadone withdrawal timeline: Days 1 and 2 With the initial withdrawal symptoms not typically showing up for at least 24 hours after the last dose is taken, the first two days tend to be pretty normal.
In addition to the symptoms that you might have begun feeling during the first two days, additional symptoms that you may experience during days 3 through 8 include: Anxiety Body aches Nausea Irritability, Insomnia Depression Vomiting Cramps Flu-like physical symptoms Days 9 through 15 Once you have hit day 9, you will likely notice that some of the symptoms have begun to subside.
During this time, you will likely still experience some of the following symptoms: Strong cravings Physical discomfort Irritability Diarrhea Depression Days 15 and On Symptoms such as strong cravings, low energy levels, and trouble sleeping can persist for weeks after you have stopped taking methadone. Some common symptoms associated with post-acute withdrawal include: Inability to feel pleasure Trouble sleeping Poor concentration Depression Anxiety Irritability Call us today.
Book an Appointment. Contact Us. These attach themselves to your opioid receptors and block the effect of opioid drugs. Naloxone is an antagonist and is sometimes used to reverse a heroin or methadone overdose. Methadone does not affect any type of contraception including the combined pill or emergency contraception. But if methadone makes you sick vomit , your contraceptive pills may not protect you from pregnancy.
If this happens, follow the instructions in the leaflet that comes with your contraceptive pills. Find out what to do if you're on the pill and you're sick or have diarrhoea. There's no clear evidence to suggest that taking methadone will reduce fertility in women or men. However, speak to your key worker or GP if you're trying to get pregnant. They may want to review your treatment. Do not drive while taking methadone, until your doctor tells you it is safe to do so.
Your driving licence may be suspended until you are on a stable dose of methadone. You must tell the DVLA if you have used illegal drugs or misused prescription medicines. Do not drive a car, ride a bike or operate machinery if methadone makes you sleepy, gives you blurred vision or makes you feel dizzy, clumsy or unable to concentrate or make decisions.
Wait until you feel OK and your vision is clear. It's an offence to drive a car if your ability to drive safely is affected. It's your responsibility to decide if it's safe to drive. If you're in any doubt, do not drive. Even if your ability to drive is not affected, the police have the right to request a saliva sample to check how much methadone is in your body.
For more information on the law on drugs and driving, visit GOV. Talk to your doctor, a pharmacist or your key worker if you're unsure whether it's safe for you to drive while using methadone. Page last reviewed: 24 March Next review due: 24 March Methadone - Brand name: Physeptone On this page About methadone Key facts Who can and cannot take methadone How and when to take methadone Side effects of methadone How to cope with side effects of methadone Pregnancy and breastfeeding Cautions with other medicines Common questions about methadone.
About methadone Methadone is a man-made opioid also known as an opiate. There are 2 main approaches to stopping heroin: maintenance therapy — where you switch from heroin to a heroin substitute like methadone, then stay on a stable dose of the substitute. You will usually take this long term.
Methadone is available on prescription only. Information: If you take heroin and want to stop, you can ask a GP or local drug treatment service for help with heroin addiction. To get methadone for drug dependence you need to get in touch with your GP or local drug treatment service. You'll have a named key worker. The most common side effects of methadone are constipation, feeling sick, and feeling cold and sweaty.
It's best to avoid alcohol while taking methadone, as it can cause very serious side effects. For this reason it's important to tell your prescriber how much you drink. This is to check for heroin, heroin substitutes and other drugs. Methadone is addictive, like all opioids. If you are taking it to detox, your treatment plan will include details for gradually reducing then stopping your dose.
Adults aged 18 years and over can take methadone for drug addiction. Tell your doctor before starting methadone treatment if you: have had an allergic reaction to methadone or any other medicines in the past have a lung problem or breathing difficulties are addicted to alcohol, or other drugs that are not opioid have a head injury or get bad headaches have ulcerative colitis have seizures or fits have heart rhythm problems arrhythmia or low blood pressure have problems with your thyroid, adrenal glands, kidneys or liver have myasthenia gravis a rare condition that causes muscle weakness are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding.
Always follow the instructions that come with your medicine. Dosage for heroin addiction Doses vary from person to person. Your starting dose is based on: the amount of heroin you are using whether you are using other drugs or alcohol a urine sample to test for heroin and other drugs your physical and mental health whether you have had treatment for drug addiction before You will usually start on 10mg to 30mg, taken once a day.
Getting your prescription You will get your first prescription or script from your GP, or a prescriber at your drug treatment service. Important: Coronavirus information The way you get your prescriptions and medicine may change. Supervised doses When you start your treatment, and until your dose is stabilised, a key worker or pharmacist will usually supervise you as you take methadone.
How long will I take it for? What if I miss my dose? What if I take too much? Urgent advice: Contact your doctor or key worker now if:. You have taken too much methadone and: you feel very drowsy or you're finding it difficult to breathe.
They will help you make a new treatment plan. Common side effects These common side effects happen in more than 1 in people. Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or key worker if the side effects bother you or do not go away: constipation feeling or being sick nausea or vomiting feeling sleepy, tired or dizzy mild headache feeling cold and sweating more than usual dry eyes, mouth and nose seeing things that are not there hallucinations , changes in mood or feeling confused Serious side effects Serious side effects happen in less than 1 in people.
Immediate action required: Call now if:. Serious allergic reaction In rare cases, it's possible to have a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis to methadone.
Information: You can report any suspected side effect using the Yellow Card safety scheme. How Does Methadone Work? Methadone, taken daily, is available in liquid, powder and diskettes forms. How Can a Patient Receive Methadone? Methadone Safety Methadone is safe and effective, when taken as prescribed.
The following tips can help achieve the best treatment results: Never use more than the amount prescribed, and always take at the times prescribed. Be careful driving or operating machinery on methadone. Call if too much methadone is taken or if an overdose is suspected. Prevent children and pets from accidental Ingestion by storing it out of reach.
Store methadone at room temperature and away from light. Do not shared your methadone with anyone even if they have similar symptoms or suffer from the same condition. Dispose of unused methadone safely. Talk to your MAT practitioner for guidance, or for more information on the safe disposal of unused medications, visit FDA's disposal of unused medicines or DEA's drug disposal webpages.
Common and Serious Side Effects of Methadone Common side effects of methadone include: Restlessness Nausea or vomiting Slow breathing Itchy skin Heavy sweating Constipation Sexual problems Serious side effects of methadone include: Side effects should be taken seriously, as some of them may indicate an emergency. Pregnant or Breastfeeding Women and Methadone Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding can safely take methadone.
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