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Methadone

Methadone is an opioid drug used to reduce pain and also in detoxification in drug addiction therapy. They work on the opioid receptors in the body. Hives, difficulty in breathing, constipation, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, increased heartbeat, fluttering in the chest, etc., are the side effects of Methadone.

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I want to learn about treatment options for opioid use disorder.

Query: Hello doctor,I have been learning about treatment options for opioid use disorder, and I am particularly interested in understanding the roles of medications like Methadone and Buprenorphine. How do these medications work in managing opioid use disorder, and are there specific factors that determine...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Thank you for your query. Welcome to icliniq.com I can provide you with some general information about Methadone and Buprenorphine, their roles in managing opioid use disorder, and how they can contribute to a safer recovery journey. Methadone and Buprenorphine are both medications used to m...  Read Full »

My neighbor struggles with opioid use disorder. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am reaching out for advice on behalf of my neighbor, a 33-year-old man who has been struggling with opioid use disorder. He is mainly into methadone. Can you provide insights into the potential side effects of these? Additionally, we are concerned about the risk of drug overdose, and...  Read Full »


Dr. Sugreev Singh

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Actually, if he is used to opioids and it was prescribed by doctors, then you should not be worried because doctors keep watching and monitoring the drug use. They change dosage accordingly. This drug has side effects of overdose, like weight ga...  Read Full »

I am pregnant and take Methadone injections for pain. Is it safe?

Query: Hi doctor, I am pregnant and on Methadone injections. I experience severe pain, and it persists afterward. Is this a bad thing?  Read Full »


Dr. Sangeeta Milap

Answer: Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern and will try to help you with it. So please let me know the following: How many weeks pregnant are you? When was your last menstrual period? Are you having pain and bleeding right now? Is this your fi...  Read Full »

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