Metadon Nordic Drugs
Metadon Nordic Drugs is a medicine similar to morphine used to treat opioid addiction, given alongside medical and psychological support.
Form
oraaliliuos
Strength
20 mg
Active Ingredient
Methadone hydrochloride
Manufacturer
Nordic Drugs AB
How to Use
Dosage
The usual starting dose for adults is 10-30 mg daily, slowly increased until withdrawal symptoms or overdose symptoms are absent. The typical daily dose is 60-120 mg.
Method
This medicine should only be taken by mouth. Never inject it, as this can cause serious harm or death.
Important
Always take the dose your doctor has prescribed and do not take more than agreed.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Nausea or vomiting
- •Drowsiness
- •Constipation
- •Sweating
- •Dizziness
RARE
- •Heart problems (like a slow heartbeat or feeling your heart beat fast)
- •Difficulty breathing or a cough
- •Confusion or agitation
- •Low blood pressure
- •Sleep apnea (breathing stops during sleep)
Important Warnings
- Do not give this medicine to children, as there is a high risk of poisoning. Keep it in a safe place, out of their reach.
- Do not drink alcohol or grapefruit juice while taking this medicine, as it can cause serious side effects and change the medicine's effects.
- Tell your doctor if you have heart, lung, or kidney problems, or if you have difficulty breathing.
- This medicine can cause dependence and addiction. Always follow your doctor's instructions to prevent serious problems.
- If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
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- This medicine can make you drowsy or affect your coordination, so do not drive or use machines until you know how it affects you.