6.2. Buprenorphine versus Methadone. In the Cochrane meta-analysis, fixed-dose studies found neither significant difference on retention in treatment between medium dose buprenorphine to medium dose methadone, nor between high-dose buprenorphine and high-dose methadone. In contrast, flexible dosing, which describes doses increased as needed to
– High dose ( 100 mg/d methadone). – Drug interactions that increase methadone exposure through inhibition of methadone metabolism. Eg
optimal methadone dose, the serum methadone level stays in the therapeutic range throughout the 24 hour period. If the methadone dose is too high, signs
6.2. Buprenorphine versus Methadone. In the Cochrane meta-analysis, fixed-dose studies found neither significant difference on retention in treatment between medium dose buprenorphine to medium dose methadone, nor between high-dose buprenorphine and high-dose methadone. In contrast, flexible dosing, which describes doses increased as needed to
6.2. Buprenorphine versus Methadone. In the Cochrane meta-analysis, fixed-dose studies found neither significant difference on retention in treatment between medium dose buprenorphine to medium dose methadone, nor between high-dose buprenorphine and high-dose methadone. In contrast, flexible dosing, which describes doses increased as needed to
In high doses of methadone, an actual high can be created. The Respiratory depression (fatal in extreme cases). Methadone
Methadone can be addictive at high doses. But a person on methadone maintenance is not likely to become addicted under proper medical supervision and correct dosing. Technically, someone on methadone maintenance is physically dependent on methadone.
Does Methadone Get You High? Yes, methadone can lead to intoxication. Too much methadone will typically result in sleepiness and confusion. Overdosing on methadone is dangerous and often fatal. Is Methadone Addictive? Methadone can be addictive at high doses. But a person on methadone maintenance is not likely to become addicted under proper
– High dose ( 100 mg/d methadone). – Drug interactions that increase methadone exposure through inhibition of methadone metabolism. Eg
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Please. A dose so high it should have killed her and she was coherent the next morning. I doubt that. Fiction doesn't mean a lack of plausibility for the sake of forcing a story line.