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Methadone Generic Name: METHADONE (METH-a-done)
Methadone Drug Manufacturer: ROXANE
Methadone Common Uses: This medicine is a narcotic analgesic used to treat
or prevent moderate to severe pain. It may also be used to treat other
conditions as determined by your doctor. Methadone is a potent narcotic
substance. It can cause serious side effects and toxic reactions if used by
someone other than the person for whom it is prescribed. Do not share this
medication with others.
How to use this Methadone Medicine: Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in
a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF
THIS MEDICINE and you are using it regularly, take it as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to
your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Methadone Cautions: DO NOT TAKE MORE OF THIS MEDICINE or take it more often
than recommended by your doctor. Exceeding the recommended dose or taking
this medicine for longer than prescribed may be habit-forming. BEFORE YOU
HAVE ANY MEDICAL OR DENTAL SURGERY OR EMERGENCY TREATMENT, tell the doctor
or dentist that you are taking this medicine. AVOID ALCOHOL while you are
using this medicine. This medicine will add to the effects of alcohol and
other depressants. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT
COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to this medicine. Using this
medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your
ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. BEFORE YOU
BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. Caution should be used in the elderly
since they may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. FOR WOMEN:
IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and
risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN
BREAST MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you area using this
medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your
baby.
Methadone Possible Side Effects: SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during
treatment, include drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting,
headache, or constipation. If they continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience
excessive drowsiness, rash, itching, sweating, seizures, shortness of
breath, or difficulty breathing. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
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