Taking Methadone: Methadone Detox Clinics

Question: I am interested in taking methadone for my chronic pain...possibly fibromyalgia.?

(Posted by: Smiley on 2011-09-20 05:07:58)

To be very honest, I do have an addictive personality, and have had issues in the past with opiates. in specific, Vicodin, ...However, i am truly in allot of pain now and am aware that methadone lasted all day without re- dosing, and I functioned much better

Posted by: ang253 on 2011-09-20, 05:17:26

Please talk with your Dr. about any/ all medical decisions. Please do not use YA for this type of advice/ information.

Posted by: Really? on 2011-09-20, 05:09:45

Even though you seem aware, i will repeat.. .methadone is just as addictive as heroin

Posted by: Supermodelmommy on 2011-09-20, 05:12:07

I suffer with Lupus and it is a painful disease. You should work with a pain management clinic, preferably a reputable one that will continue to drug test you and make you sign a contract that you will only receive your medicine from them. Fibromyalgia is very painful but with your addiction issues, it will be that much harder for you. Stick to the recommended dosage and if it stops working for you, contact your doctor and let him up your dosages and slowly taper you down if need be. You shouldn't have to suffer in pain but addiction will make your problems much worse. I hope that helps and feel better.

Posted by: cheezy on 2011-09-20, 07:16:44

Find a physio therapist that does myofascial release and get an assessment & try myofascial release therapy instead of the drugs. you won't regret it