What Not To Take With Methadone

Hydroxyzine 50mg 4 time daily. Bus par 60 mg daily clonazapam 1mg 3a day melatonin 10mg bedtime. Does any take away the effect of methadone. I am on 244 mg a day due to rapid metabolism. Had, a few peak and trough to determine this. I have gen anxiety disorder and ptsd and fibro. Also medial temporal sclerosis I'm on lamictal for mood. And undocumented seizures. If it wasn't for the methadone treating pain & addiction I would be one miserable person. ## My pain Dr has stopped my care due to a recent panel. I was under contract with this Dr due to being on 5 mg methadone bid.I am also prescribed 1.5 mg klonopin a day. Their reading showed extensive benzodiazepines beyond what 1.5 mg klonopin should be. My question is: could taking 300mg of benadryl & 10 mg melatonin night...

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Can i take klonopin with methadone? This is my first time taking methadone they are 10mg but my klonopin I take about 50mg ## You CAN NOT mix methadone and klonopin !! Not on high doses such as that. It can cause respiratory failure. I could get into the medical explanation of it, yet it would be much more beneficial and correct for you to look it up....the effects of mixing methadone(any opiate really) with klonopin(benzos) Just be safe and research or ASK YOUR DR!!!! ## I have absolutely never ever heard of anyone in my life being on 50 mg of Klonopin. Are u sure that is the dose you take or is that your methadone dose? And u take 10 mg of Klonopin? I currently take 1 mg of Klonopin and I am allowed up to 3 pills a day, so 3 mg a day. I used to be on Valium 5 mg 3 x a day, but I defin...

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Can I take muscle relaxes with methadone such as zanaflex ## Hello, Bri! How are you? Any new medication should always be checked out with your doctor or pharmacist, to be safe and make sure that it won't cause any dangerous interactions and you should never take a prescription medication that hasn't been prescribed for you. There are no interactions listed between Methadone and Zanaflex, but you should double check this information to be certain. Learn more Methadone details here. This is a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Learn more Zanaflex details here. Side effects to this muscle relaxant may include nausea, headache, dizziness and dry mouth. As to o...

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what can i take to help with coming off methadone? I have R.L.S. so theres alot of things I can't take.Any thing I can get at the health food store? ## I've been on methadone 15 mgs 2 times a day, I lost my prescriptions this month, and even tho I've never lost them b 4 my doctor said I needed to file a police report if I wanted her to rewrite them so I did n now she refuses to rewrite new ones, I've never been in trouble with the law! So now I'm withdrawing, it's thanksgving. day n I have five children, I've contacted my attorney and plan to file a complaint against her with the amb! I need to make this a great day for the family, is it ok to take oxycontin to relive my withdrawal symptoms and if so how much? ## I've been on methadone for 9yrs, I lost my...

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I currently take 71mg of methadone, klonopin 3mg, 100mg of hydroxyzine, and levothyroxine 25mcg everyday. I have cellulitus of my ear and was prescribed keflex 500mg 2xday. Will this antibiotic be safe to take with all the medications i am currently taking??? Please someone help me. Thank you! ## @RedGirl, According to umm.edu's drug interaction checker, the only interaction I found among those that were listed, was between Klonopin (Clonazepam) and Methadone. These precautions go on to note that taking the two together might increase your risk for certain serious side effects, including: lightheadedness, dizziness, an inability to concentrate, fainting spells, confusion, falling, and/or sleepiness. And if any of these should happen (god forbid), umm.edu recommends calling your doct...

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I heard Do you swallow methadone or dissolve it umder your tongue first?? I ## It depends on the formulation. What are the markings on it? Methadone comes in sublingual, liquid, and sold formulations that you have to swallow. Can you please post back with more details? The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, and constipation. It also carries the risk of being habit forming.

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I am taking 70 mg daily methadone, have been going to clinic for 2 mths now. I have a severe sinus cold/infection and was wondering what OTC medication I can take without the risk of an adverse reaction? Ugh, just want to be able to breathe again!!! ## I had a chance to look at the UCLA Health drug interactions list between Methadone and Nyquil. Unfortunately it lists a number of interactions which would likely deem the combination unsafe. This is because of the ingredients contained inside Nyquil (Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Doxylamine Succinate, Alcohol, and more). 1. Methadone w/ Doxylamine, MODERATE interaction: "Concomitant use of opioid agonists with doxylamine may cause excessive sedation and somnolence. Limit the use of opioid pain medications with doxylamine to only pa...

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Most of what I look up comes up either unsafe with methadone or will flush my dose out which would be devastating for me with my chronic pain issues, and that I take a once-a-day liquid dose, so redosing is not an option. I do not want to be thrown into withdrawals from flushing it out. I was looking at glucomannan but can’t seem to find anything on that one at all. Does anyone know a good mix of weight loss meds and methadone or if that particular one is safe to take without losing my dose? ## What dose are you currently taking of the Methadone? More details would make it easier to answer your question, so can you please post back? The FDA warns that Methadone carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, constipation, an...

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I've been on 95 mg. Of liquid methadone for 4 yrs. I am 330lbs 39 yrs old and quit 3 days ago cold turkey um im very afraid now. Please tell me what can I expect to happen? Please ## As reported by the FDA, withdrawal symptoms may possibly include nausea, dizziness, fever, chills, rebound pain, depression, anxiety and diarrhea. Quitting cold turkey generally isn't advised, because this medication is very hard to get off of. How are you doing with it? ## I'm not sure just staying home the diarria started today I just couldn't afford methadone anymore. My counselor advised against but I'm tired of taking it everyday since I started 4 yrs ago I went from 180lbs to 345lbs and now I just want my life back thanks for the help. ## HEY! GOOD LUCK, AND DON'T EVEN GO ON GO...

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Side affects of methadone my patient took some wondering what to look for ## Hello, Rita! How are you? The FDA classifies Methadone as an opiate, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Overdose symptoms may include trouble breathing, extreme dizziness and drowsiness, and lowered heart rate. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I need to know if I can take levoquin 500mg (1 per day ×7 days) when I am taking methadone 100mg per day? ## No, the FDA generally warns that they should not be taken together, due to the risk of experiencing a dangerous heart rhythm, that has the potential to be life-threatening. Did you doctor instruct you to take them both? Are you on any other medications?

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I am on methadone and I've got an abscess in my mouth. It's killing me. Can I take targin naxolone or will it interfere with my methadone? ## Targin Naloxone will not do anything to help with an abscess, it is used to prevent opiate abuse. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and stomach pain. An abscess will require an antibiotic, and follow up dental treatment to correct whatever underlying problem has caused the infection. Have you consulted a dentist?

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Can you take Methadone and Geodon together or will it hurt you in any way? That's all I need to know. ## Hello, Gravie! How are you? No, it is usually not recommended because taking them together creates the risk of your developing an irregular heart rhythm, which can potentially be life threatening, according to the FDA. Anyone that has an existing cardiac condition is at increased risk. Has your doctor prescribed them both?

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I am having some serious withdrawals this early morning. I just took an 8 mg of Suboxone at 4 am and I wanna go to the Methadone clinic at 5 am. Will I be able to take a dose of Methadone at that time or will it not mix well with the Suboxone strip? ## No, you'll need to be off the Suboxone for about 72 hours, before you can take Methadone, or it won't work. The Buprenorphine in it takes a stronger hold on the opiate receptors than the others do, plus the Naloxone neutralizes other opiates. The FDA classifies this medication as an opiate, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with? ## No, you will go through precipitated withdrawals and feel like...

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I am on 15mg of methadone and just got a prescription for Lyrica 75mg. Is it ok to take these meds together? ## im on 70mg of methadone and 50mg of lyrica,,and no problems so far ## Can i take my seroquel 6 hrs after taking 10 mg methadone ## Does it truly relieve the pain? ## Is methadone the same as lyrica? ## No it's not chemical make up is totally different. Lyrica targets the nerves while methadone is an all over pain medication that can still leave nerve pain untouched. ## I have been taking 75 mg lyrica 3 times a day for neuropathy caused by chemotherapy. .the doctor prescribed me 500mg cephalexin 4 times a day for a infection im on the second week and my fingers hurt so bad i can barely use them but it seems to ge more joint pain but it is extremely painful can barely bend t...

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Can you take Methadone while being prescribed Adderall? ## Hi Danny, Based on my research there are no drug interactions found between Methadone and Adderall. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist, but my sources state that every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided is accurate. On a side note, there are interactions found between certain foods or drinks and both of your medications: Regarding Methadone, it states that co-administration with grapefruit juice may increase the plasma concentrations of the drug. (So you'll want to try and avoid drinking this when your taking methadone). Regarding Adderall, it states to generally avoid alcohol, as it may potentiate the cardiovascular effects of amphetamines (although the exact mechanism of interact...

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I think I'm having a bad side effect. Like hitters and really bad anxiety. Need help. Please. I'm on 50mg of seroquel and 280 mg methadone daily. ## Hello, Peter! How are you doing? Some caution does need to be taken, when taking these medications together, because they can increase the toxicity of each other, so that could be what's causing your problem. Have you consulted your doctor? You may need them to make a dosage adjustment. ## I am on 101mg of methadone (9yrs) and just got prescribed elival for sleep. Will the elival put me in methadone withdrawal ??? ## You need to get off of seroquel right now, and educate yourself. Combining a tranquilizer strong enough to kill a lion, with methadone? A medication that takes 6 hours to kick it, so you cant gauge how much to dose ...

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Is it safe to mix the prescribed amount of methadone with the prescribed amount of klonopin??? ## They can be used together, but it has to be done very cautiously, because mixing a Benzodiazepine with the Opioid may cause severe hypotension, respiratory depression and vasodilation. Learn more Methadone details here. Learn more Klonopin details here. Have they both been prescribed by the same doctor, so they are aware you are taking them both? ## I am on 150 milligrams of methadone and also on two milligrams per day of klonopin it seems to work well for me however it does cuz some drowsiness so yes they can be taken together just be careful because they are both pretty powerful and at first will create a buzz ## my doctor stopped my klonopin after 2 years. i used 4 1 mg pills per day. he...

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Have been on methadone 6 years and in full withdraw and no places where I live at now in KY ! Please help! ## Hi heather, In order to be of better help, I would need to know if you are you looking for a methadone doctor/clinic to prescribe you more methadone or if you are looking for a pharmacy to fill your methadone prescription? If you are able to post back with these details, including your zip code, I can help locate information pertaining to your general area. I hope this helps! ## David thank you for replying. I live in Crab Orchard 40419 and I'm looking for a doctor that will prescribe methadone. I was put on methadone for pain when in Indiana but had to move here and I have seen 4 doctors that laugh at me for ever being put on methadone. I'm not only in the worst pain ev...

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I am on methadone but have bad period pains. Does taking ibuprofen act with or against the methadone and will it affect the lab work that I have to submit? ## Unfortunately there is not much information out there on this topic, but I can tell you with absolute certainty from experience that you should not take ibuprofen or any NSAID with methadone ever. The problem is that it will knock the bonded methadone particles off of your blood proteins, thus raising the amount of freely available negative methadone in the blood stream, causing overdose risk for low dose users, and emptying your buffer for maintenance methadone users which will destabilize you making you feel withdrawal symptoms much sooner, and cause the buffer to have to rebuild over the course of a few days. If you need some o...

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