blog on methadone and chronic pain
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Just went through methadone withdrawal, one of the nastiest two weeks I have ever endured. And all for nothing. It did nothing for my pain and I had difficult side effects, very sleepy, paranoid. I would not have been able to function at any higher dose and yet the doctor planned on upping me from my highest of 15 to 30 pills per day. Nobody prepared me for the intensity of the withdrawal. Be careful.I keep a journal and looking back on what I wrote, it just wasn't me. I know everyone is different so if it helps you, you have to decide if it's worth it. Best of luck to anyone trying this drug.
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I also have been prescribed a low dose of methadone for the pain however I find it interesting that someone mentioned severe sweating with this medication. I sweat so bad it is embarassing. Also I am dreadfully tired all the time and perhaps that is because methadone has such a long half life--that is it remains in your system for several days. I also tried low dose opana and it worked for several weeks and then I too got so nauseated that I would literally throw up after taking it. But I ask--what are we suppose to do with pain that is just about driving you insane. You have to be on something. I am curious to find out if most people take cymbalta and find that it helps. Grammy
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Donna, I don't have MS but I used to know someone who does and she had many of the same symptoms as I did. Maybe it would be a good idea for you to start a separate topic regarding MS and PN symptoms so that others with MS would be more likely to see it and respond.
PNE since 2002. Started from weightlifting. PNE surgery from Dr. Bautrant, Oct 2004. Pain now is usually a 0 and I can sit for hours on certain chairs. No longer take medication for PNE. Can work full time and do "The Firm" exercise program. 99% cured from PGAD. PNE surgery was right for me but it might not be for you. Do your research.
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Has anyone experienced ringing in the ears from methadone use. I too sweat terribly on this medication. Opana made me literally throw up so that is not the answer for me either
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Hi Grammy, I just came on the site to do an update and I saw your post. I really have terrible ringing in my ears from the Methadone which I just started, but I had it with Kadian as well. I personally think it is a sign of withdrawal, or at least it is for me. I'll write more in my update, but yes, I have ringing in my ears
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Onset PN/PFD/centralized pain in Oct 06 after years of athletics,nursing career and dog training. PT for two years with improvement, now go for tune-ups and pain management. Stopped Cymbalta, was on M.S. Contin, then Kadian, and briefly Methadone for pain management, now off those meds and pain is well managed with Buprenorphine. Followed my pain management specialist.