Side Effects Of Methadone: Methadone Symptoms & Side Effects

Question: What are the side effects of methadone?

(Posted by: anna i on 2007-08-12 23:47:05)

I know methadone is used by a lot of people who are getting themselves treated for their opioid dependence. It can also be used for the treatment of pain. I just want to know what the side effects of methadone are and is this safe to use? Wouldn't the user get addicted to methadone also?

Posted by: constance d on 2007-08-12, 23:48:45

There are indeed some side effects that methadone is associated with. These are: nausea, pruritus, constipation, sedation, confusion, and respiratory depression. Flushing and excess sweating may also occur in patients who use methadone orally. If the prescription is followed properly by the patient, he wouldn't get addicted to it. Methadone is safe only when it is not abused by the patient.

Posted by: sarabrooke27 on 2007-08-12, 23:57:39

You will get addictided to it. It's one of the best highs you can have without resorting to heroin. being stoned out of your gord is a great big side effect.

Posted by: kiki on 2007-08-13, 02:13:49

Yes you do get addicted to methadone. It depends how long and how much the person is taking. The withdrawls are horrible. Sweating, vomiting, cold sweats,hot sweats, shaking, diariah,body cramps, and you cannot sleep. Methadone is safe to use if it is prescribed to you. If taken too much it can kill you.