Methadone or Methadone Hydrochloride is a synthetic opiate, that was created as an painkiller in the treatment of moderate to severe pain but is more commonly used to day in the rehabilitation treatment for serious drug addictions such as heroin and morphine addictions. In the treatment of addiction it is normally prescribed and administered once a day to relieve painful withdrawal symptoms. Methadone normally comes in a liquid or tablet form which is then taken orally.
Like many other prescription painkillers Methadone has a high risk for addiction, and even though it is prescribed by a medical professional, it is also abused by those who do not have a legitimate medical need for the prescription painkiller. When taken as prescribed and under medical supervision the side effects for methadone are low, but the individual using the drug may experience the same side effects as with any other opioid drug. Some of the side effects for methadone can be nausea, vomiting, contracted pupils, and drowsiness.
Methadone is considered to be one of the most addictive drugs almost all individuals using this medication will become addicted. Individuals who are addicted to methadone regardless of medical need or illicit abuse with experience sides effects when ceasing intake to the drug. The side effects for methadone withdrawal include: lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sweating, fever, chills, shakes, yawning, tearing and running nose.
