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Re: blog on methadone and chronic pain
Posted: Sun Oct 31, 2010 5:18 am
by angiemcs
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.
Re: blog on methadone and chronic pain
Posted: Tue Nov 02, 2010 9:25 pm
by Grammy
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
Re: blog on methadone and chronic pain
Posted: Sat Nov 06, 2010 5:14 am
by Violet M
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.
Re: blog on methadone and chronic pain
Posted: Mon Apr 25, 2011 7:59 pm
by Grammy
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
Re: blog on methadone and chronic pain
Posted: Sat May 21, 2011 6:41 am
by Cora
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
Cora