What are the symptoms of methadone withdrawal?
A.) Many former heroin users have claimed that the horrors of heroin withdrawal were far less painful and difficult than withdrawal from methadone. Methadone withdrawal symptoms include but are not limited to: * sneezing * yawning * tearing of eyes * runny nose * excessive perspiration * fever * dilated pupils * abdominal cramps * nausea * body aches * tremors * irritability After several days of stabilizing a patient with methadone, the amount can be gradually decreased. The rate at which it is decreased is dependent on the reaction of the individual . . . keeping Methadone Withdrawal symptoms at a tolerable level is the goal. Q.) What are the symptoms of an overdose of methadone? A.) A methadone overdose is a serious medical emergency. In the event of suspected overdose call an ambulance. If the person is losing consciousness lie them on their side in the recovery position so that they will not choke if they vomit. Inducing people to vomit is not recommended because of the risk of ra
