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What Are The Side Effects Of Methadone Tablet On Missing Intake Of It?

MY HUSBAND IS TAKING METHADONE 10MG 3 X DAILY RECIEVES 270 MONTHLY WHAT WOULD SIDE AFFECTS BE IF HE MISSED HIS MEDS. FOR 1-2 DAYS
HUSBAND IS TAKING THIS FOR PAIN BUT FROM WHAT HE TOLD ME OF HIS PAST HE WAS A METH USER EVERY FEW MONTHS FOR LIKE A DAY HE SAID MY QUESTION IS IF YOU DIDN'T TAKE YOUR MEDS RIGHT BY MISSING COULD SOMEONE HAVE THE REACTIONS OF SOMEONE USING
Mon, 15 Apr 2013
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General & Family Physician 's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.So do not worry and continue medication but do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
If you miss your doses for longer than 3 days in a row, call your doctor for instructions. You may need to restart methadone at a lower dose.
Hope it helps.
Take Care!
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Cardiologist Dr. Anantharamakrishnan's  Response
Hi friend,
Welcome to Health Care Magic

- Nothing may happen
- He may have Withdrawal symptoms - Psychological and/or Physical... if he has,go to the doctor / else, nothing to do till your next appointment
For long term, you should try to wean him off...

Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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What Are The Side Effects Of Methadone Tablet On Missing Intake Of It?

Hello, Thanks for posting your query. Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.So do not worry and continue medication but do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose. If you miss your doses for longer than 3 days in a row, call your doctor for instructions. You may need to restart methadone at a lower dose. Hope it helps. Take Care!