I have been on 130 mgs of methadone for ten months now.  I am constantly constipated and fall asleep easily. But when I don't take it I feel very depressed.
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You might try asking your doctor about Buprenorphine.  Used for many of the same uses as methadone but maybe wouldn't be as bad with the side effects.\n\nBest of luck to you!
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Hi gaylon e,\n Please don't listen to the first 3 answers! \nI've been on methadone for over 5 yrs. now. It's the ONLY thing that keeps my pain manageable.Yes, it's physically addicting,but it is the only narcotic that provides relief without getting a "buzz" from it. I had brain surgery 9 years ago and had metal inserted into my aneurysm to fill it up.The neck of it reopened causing the  metal coils to  compress, and the result is "systemic vasculitis". In layman's terms, it means my cerebral arteries are inflamed.It's inoperable at present time, but I keep hoping for a miracle!\n  I was sent to a pain clinic and the doctors there offered this drug. I had complained that drugs such as vicodin and oxycontin didn't work unless I ate them like candy. They also made me feel "high". My quality of life sucked back then. Now, I am finally able to manage my pain and my quality of life is much better. Also, being on disability, it is hard to manage the newer medicines because of cost effectiveness. Methadone has been around for years and it's cheap. There's a pain medicine called  fentynal  that comes as a patch and you change it every 3 days or so, but the cost is astronomical without prescription coverage.\nIt is simply not true that methadone is unavailable outside of hospitals and that methadone's only use is for withdrawal from heroin. Please get your facts straight before spreading these myths.\nThe doctors at the pain clinic changed my life for the better. I no longer suffer in silence. If methadone is working for you, stay with it. From experience I can say the benefits far outweigh the drawbacks. Check out the link below for more info. Good luck to you!
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Your friend needs to talk to their doctor.  Not knowing the patent's medical history, it's impossible to advise anything.  \n\nDesoxyn IS methamphetamine.  I wouldn't recommend it.  Then again, I don't recommend taking Methadone for opiate withdrawal either.  There are other things the doctor can prescribe to get you through the withdrawal symptoms more comfortably.......that are NOT addictive.
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I have suffered from depression since I can remember. I dealt with it by punching walls until my knuckles were bleeding, binge drinking when I was 14, smoking weed at an early age, and cutting myself. My depression would come and go, I'd feel good for a while then go through stints of depression. They'd last anywhere from a couple weeks to a few months. I probably was not eating as much because I'd sleep about 10-12 hours a day, so I wouldn't be awake to suffer. I was eventually put on Prozac, but I had to start seeing a psychologist to get the meds. I was on that treatment for about a year, then decided that I could deal with it on my own. I'm 23 now and even though I've stopped most of the self destructive behavior, I know that it's always there. For me it kind of feels like being a recovering alcoholic; you're never really get over it, but you gain the knowledge on how to cope with it. I just have to remind myself that there's bad days and good days; a rainbow comes out after the storm has passed. I'm a health fanatic now, I go to the gym and lift weights. It's my release... a lot of my depression manifested itself as anger, so instead of punching things and cutting myself I bench press and do curls.
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Careful !!  Ana Nicole's son mixed Methadone with Anti-Depressants.  My husband's Cousin's Son mixed Cocaine with Anti-Depressants and was pronounced Brain Dead !!!   Maybe you should ask a Pharmacist, call the pharmacy, they'll let you talk to him/her.  You may be putting yourself in harms way !!
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I am sorry that you are not feeling well. I don't know how long you have been taking your medication, but it takes 4-6 weeks for it to actually start making a difference. I know it is frustrating, because we are used to taking a Tylenol and feeling something almost immediately. I would suggest not drinking any tea to lose weight. It is dangerous, especially when you are taking other medication. It might even be negating the effects of your meds. The best way to lose weight is to go outside and take a walk! You don't have to run a marathon or work out for hours to feel better. Taking a walk is very good for anxiety and depression as well. I know that when I am depressed and feeling down, the last thing I feel like doing is getting out and doing something. Believe me though, as soon as you get out, you will feel better. You will also feel like you are accomplishing something, which will improve your mood. Losing weight is only the secondary effect. I know you think that losing weight would make you happy, but that has to come from inside. When you start improving your life in other areas, you will have the strength to start new things. Exercise is the best mood booster! I hope you feel better soon, and good luck to you!
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The 3 most common side effects of this category of drug are: drowsiness, dry mouth, and constipation. However, these side effects usually subside after 2 weeks. As far as your possible careers, no occupation that i'm aware of asks you to list your current medications.  Medical information is confidential and you do not need to tell everyone your business. Remember depression is an illness just like diabetes, it can be managed with medication and you can lead a productive, successful life.  -a psych nurse
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I have also suffered severe depression on and off for quite a while, and am currently battling post-natal psychosis.\nAnti-depressants aren't any good for me either. If medication isn't working for you, then more medication probably isn't going to achieve much.\nSelf-confidence comes with self-esteem, which cannot be provided by any drug. I'm not sure feeling elated all day is exactly normal, either.\nI am currently being treated by a natural therapist and an excellent psychologist, and have come further in the past eight weeks than in the past four years.\nYou need to check things like your hormone levels (these will most likely be out of whack with the depression), there are nutritional factors to consider (depression, anxiety and stress deplete the body of many many nutrients), cognitive behavioural therapy is brilliant, as is learning relaxation techniques. There are probably past issues you need to deal with (psychologist), and good regular exercise is suprisingly helpful (I hate it but I do it!).\nI honestly think you'd be better off exploring other treatment methods than putting your poor mind and body through another horrible experience with medication.\nWhatever you do, I hope it works for you :)
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Hello..I was on Seroxat( contains Paroxetin),it's a SSRI antidepressants which generally is well tolerated ,but as others has multiple possible side effects like constipation,headache(at the beginning of the treatment),dizziness,sometimes causes apathy etc. As to the withdrawal symptoms they are comparatively light and within days the unpleasant feelings stopped.(May cause sleepless nights)..If you need any other information on the topic contact me..Best of luck!!
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You should try switching from methodone to suboxone. You take it at home and dont have to stand on line, its a small pill that dissolves under your tongue. I heard it s better and not as addicting as taking methodone, which is easier to come off of.
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No ,it's not normal. I also had this many years as a teen and up to my 40s. Dr. said you must have had mono back then, so you're immune system is impared. Also took many supplements and extra vitamins. Helped some.Then after nursing my dying mother,moving ,going through lots of emotional,stuff.Found that stress and procastion, seemed to add to my tiredness. New life ,excersise ,be happy, let go of some of,[I've got to].tackle chores you don't like first.Also new Doctor said I have chronic fatique, put me on anti-depression meds,and something pepole with narcolseply take. Feel much better,and I'm a senior. Go to Dr.until they listen to you. ALSO BE LIVING LIFE DOING THINGS YOU WANT TO.Excersize is not an option .Walking is great. It starts with the first step .Fake it till you make it.It's your life ,laugh ,be interested in things you see on walks,and soon you won't have to fake it. Please let me hear from you later on,so I'll know how you're doing.LOVE YOURSELF!!!!
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I hate to this, but you need to get back on your meds. I know it sucks, I know you might have some unpleasant side effects, but the hassles involved with the meds are better than the hassles stemming from the illness. I had a  roomate that had some of the same symptoms. His meds made him shake. So he would get off his meds and would deteriorate radiply. Your still young, I want you to remember this, with your condition, you are susceptible to alcoholism and drug addiction. I don't want you to find out the hard way and dig yourself a huge hole that will be hard to get out of. Please talk to someone close to you that can help. I'm changing my profile to allow you to email me for 48 hours if I can help further. i wish you the best.
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speak with your doctor and see if there is the possibility of starting the weaning process by asking for what is called a maintenance dosage.. that is just enough for you to naturally taper down the amount over time while your body adjusts.. stopping any pain med right away after repeated use can oftenly cause serious withdrawal traits. Addiction to pain meds is very very common.. your doctor should recognize what is happening and be able to help you out. \nGood Luck
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I applaud couchtalk's answer.  Many truly do not inderstand the difference between physical dependence and addiction.  Additionally if your friend does not have any pain issues, the narcotics will make him sleepy and lethargic.  It may e that your friend is using these meds like many people use pot or alcohol....to escape their problems. Good luck
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You are withdrawing from the narcotics.  You really should call your doctor now-you shouldn't stop taking them suddenly.  You're addicted.  In the mean time, take a HOT bath.  As hot as you can stand it.  It will help relax your arms and legs (I bet you have the twitching arms and legs, right?  Can't keep them still and they ache bad, right?)  It's the opiates leaving your system and your body is screaming for more.  Don't take anymore even if you get some.  This is how people OD and die.....they are desperate to make the withdrawal stop and they end up taking too much.  Please call your doctor.  They can help you get through this.  Safely.
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This is normal. Antipsychotics (Risperdal) and benzodiazepines (Klonopin) will make you feel that way until they are fully in your system, which could take anywhere from a few days, to two weeks, depending on your body and the way it handles the medications. \n\nAs for the drug abuse, I'm sure you already know this, but you need to stop. The drugs will interfere with the medications you are taking and will hinder your process to get better. I too used to take drugs (a lot more than my fair share) and until I quit, no medications helped with my bipolar. Enough lecturing. \n\nHere's some stuff that you can read up on about the drugs and your conditions if you want to. Good luck.
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I understand what you're going through as the same thing happened to me. I think it may be depression from the shock of what happened to you.\n\nI passed out on a night out with friends and since then I've been tired, unmotivated and just constantly dizzy and lethargic.\n\nI've been to them all Neurologist, etc. They found nothing and made me feel as though I was imagining what was happening to me. They told me I would snap out of it. Yeah right!!!!!!!!!!!\n\nHowever, I've been doing my own research on line and I found out about 'ST. John's Wort' a meal supplement and herbal remedy for mild to moderate depression, which has really got me mentally and physically motivated again.\n\nCheck it out on line yourself.