My husband wants off because he says he doesn't like the way it makes him feel. I, however, see things a little differently. I came from a family where pills for symptoms were normal. I don't look down on needing to take a drug for something. Taking prozac for depression, for example. For me, methadone works for my pain (which is why I started opiates in the first place, then they put me in a methadone program after actually prescribing me to the methadone pill,) I realize this is not why the program exists, its not for pain management, but for me it works. In combination with my prozac and wellbutrin, I feel pretty good. I wouldn't say high, like I used to feel during my ups and downs of pill abuse, but normal. Since bodies really get primed for opiates, and they can get to the point where it is really hard to ever get back to normal once off of them, why not continue taking it? Maybe once day I will feel different, but for now I would rather not beat myself up for being on it, and instead focus on the good it is doing me and make some positive changes in my life. I am about to graduate college in one semester, which I could have done anyway, but often times, when I was without my opiate meds, I just couldnt do anything. So, yes I am dependent, but I do not put that under a negative light as some others may, for the time being
M - your in the wrong place - this site is for people who battle with addiction and WANT to quit - NOT for somebody who advocates their prolonged use- if that is how you want to live your life fine - but it is not helpful for those of us who are trying to quit pain meds or to stay clean/ im sure there are plenty of sites where you can sing its praises but please do not do it on this site-if you want to quit you will be more than welcome- if not - well you know what im saying ,,,,,,,,,,
I quit heroin and pills. I am now on methadone. I am not ready to come off. But I am not using illegal drugs. I am saying that some people feel guilty about being on methadone. I am not one of those. I will get off of it eventually, but I have not reached the point where it is right for me. So apparently you misunderstood me.
But why is it so important for you to come on here to justify? Seems like you have maybe some issues with it since you come across (to me) as defensive about your use. We just don't need someone's chemical dependency "rubbed" in our faces. Thanks you.
I think everyone is coming down little harsh on you. s*** we all justified at some point in time. Anyway sure there is reason you posted, maybe because boyfriend/husband wants to quit and will cause problems if you don't? Maybe you do maybe not,if not acouldn't n m.a. meeting support group would probably be best for you to reach out to. good luck, Mary
Ok now, slow down guys. In 2011 I found this wonderful website in my searches for material to write about in a monthly methadone newsletter. At that time there was NO methadone message board among the extensive list of addictions here.
I wrote to the website founders and I asked why there was no board for people on methadone. I asked to have this methadone board be added to this site because of the stigma attached to using methadone and so that people could come to one site and find truthful, honest information about methadone and its use for opiate addiction and/or for pain. They agreed and since October of 2011 we have had a place to write about our experiences with methadone, good or not.
I have done my best to be truthful in my advice when I answer a post. I have been on MMT for 21 years and live a very full, busy life which many of you know. Being on methadone is a very personal choice, whether you choose to use it in a detox or maintenance. Our addictions are our own as are our ways of battling them.
If someone chooses to use methadone it really is no one else's business. If you chose methadone and you are/were successful treating your addiction and you are happy then great! If it didn't work for you or you had a bad experience using it, I am truly sorry, but that shouldn't be a reason to say someone shouldn't come on the board and speak their mind about their experience, good or bad.
I believe you have the right to come here and tell us your experiences with methadone whether it was good or bad. If you have someone who is struggling with opiate addiction and you are looking for treatment options and have questions I hope this is the place you can find them, THAT is what I intended, experiences firsthand from those who currently use methadone or those who have used methadone. Whatever the outcome. Everyone is different and their addiction successes or failures are what it is all about.
For those with friends and family dealing with addiction, this is a good board for info on addiction and methadone but the Family/Partners of Addicts Board is where to go for the support from those who have been in your shoes.
For those who are happy and stable using methadone good for you. That's where I've been. Its working why mess with it? For those of you who think we are "rubbing it in your faces", that's NOT what we are doing. Not everyone feels you have to be completely drug free to "be clean." It's called MAT. Medication assisted treatment, meaning medication that you use to treat your addiction.
I realize addiction can be difficult but if you find a treatment that works for you why should we feel guilty about it?
granny
I wrote to the website founders and I asked why there was no board for people on methadone. I asked to have this methadone board be added to this site because of the stigma attached to using methadone and so that people could come to one site and find truthful, honest information about methadone and its use for opiate addiction and/or for pain. They agreed and since October of 2011 we have had a place to write about our experiences with methadone, good or not.
I have done my best to be truthful in my advice when I answer a post. I have been on MMT for 21 years and live a very full, busy life which many of you know. Being on methadone is a very personal choice, whether you choose to use it in a detox or maintenance. Our addictions are our own as are our ways of battling them.
If someone chooses to use methadone it really is no one else's business. If you chose methadone and you are/were successful treating your addiction and you are happy then great! If it didn't work for you or you had a bad experience using it, I am truly sorry, but that shouldn't be a reason to say someone shouldn't come on the board and speak their mind about their experience, good or bad.
I believe you have the right to come here and tell us your experiences with methadone whether it was good or bad. If you have someone who is struggling with opiate addiction and you are looking for treatment options and have questions I hope this is the place you can find them, THAT is what I intended, experiences firsthand from those who currently use methadone or those who have used methadone. Whatever the outcome. Everyone is different and their addiction successes or failures are what it is all about.
For those with friends and family dealing with addiction, this is a good board for info on addiction and methadone but the Family/Partners of Addicts Board is where to go for the support from those who have been in your shoes.
For those who are happy and stable using methadone good for you. That's where I've been. Its working why mess with it? For those of you who think we are "rubbing it in your faces", that's NOT what we are doing. Not everyone feels you have to be completely drug free to "be clean." It's called MAT. Medication assisted treatment, meaning medication that you use to treat your addiction.
I realize addiction can be difficult but if you find a treatment that works for you why should we feel guilty about it?
granny
Hi granny, first off that's awesome u got this forum to add methadone. When I kicked for good almost year and half ago wish I had computer or better phone to connect with people that were going though what I was. I was able to read posts on different blogs /sites,did help but corresponding would have helped so much more. Now rereading the couple above posts, I kinda now see where they are coming from. In my early recovery I probably would have responded same if not worse. Especially few months off getting enraged at everyone and everything as the lion I became. With the time I've been off I wish I could be more an encouragement and tell people how great life is, moments it is, then moments I'm back to that lion, maybe a baby lion. ; ) btw I know u&majority of people recommend tapering. I tried that got down small amount but didn't work. Year later I took the leap. just saying ct what worked for me. This far anyway. Totally got off topic I guess just thought would share. -Mary
