In Methadone Treatment And 8 Months Pregnant

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i am 8 months pregnant and have been in methadone treatment for almost 5 years. My recent urine screens have been coming back negative for methadone and i am very vigilant in taking my meds as prescribed at the same time each day. The past 5 years my urine results have been correct so why now at 8 months pregnant is my doctor accusing me of submitting someone elses urine, we have recently lowered my dose as i felt it was best for my baby, my body is dependent on the methadone and my baby would likely suffer if i were to be kicked out of prog,,, please help

The bottom line is I AM TAKING MY METHADONE, and my body could not possibly be metabolizing it this fast,,,or could it?? i am carrying twice the volume of blood as i was 6 months ago.....I'm so confused?

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Do you drink a lot of water? Tell your doctor to draw blood. If he wants to be a jerk make him do his job. Remember the doctor works for you.

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RI: I had the same experience , but it was oxycodone & yes, I was asked the same questions. Humiliating.. Even asked if I live around dealers & worse...

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You shouldn't have a problem if its all on the up....if a person tries to substitute a sample, this will be obviously different to previous samples not substituted....not at all recommended...no pregnant woman wants or should be kicked off maintenance programmes....we have to think about the unborn baby being affected above any personal issues....just keep doing what your Croaker Ob/gyn as well as your physician have advised, even one hit or misadventure may have a bad effect on your babe....just not worth the risk...stay strong and healthy....ap.

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Do u know what kind of withdrawals ur baby's going to have to suffer through? Shame on u for getting pregnant while on such a strong drug... ur baby will go through hell...people like u made me f***ing sick.

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Re: Adrienne (# 3) Expand Referenced Message

I have a friend that took 40 at least through pregnancy ob dr knew said to cont wouldn't hurt baby. Even gave reg. Doses after delivering in hosp so wouldn't go thru withdrawals. Baby beautiful perfect! Don't know if maybe had to give very small dose to baby after delivery? Baby perfect fine. Mother eventually detoxed off!! Good luck! Don't worry if dr doesn't agree. Get a 2nd opinion.

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