Methadone 5 mg

Methadone is a generic drug that is used to manage pain conditions in patients. It belongs to the drug class of narcotic analgesics. The dosage strength white rectangle shape m 57 55 pill identified as Methadone 5 mg in the market.

The medicine falls under the Schedule II Substance Act and it is a prescription drug. Therefore, individuals must consume it after getting a prescription from a certified doctor. It contains key compositions like lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, silicon dioxide, etc.

There have been several other drugs that also treat pain conditions. For instance, Gabapentin Tramadol, Oxycodone, including Methadone. This FDA-approved drug also supports treating conditions like opiate withdrawal, chronic pain, and pain due to other reasons.

Function of Methadone 5 mg Oral White Tablet:

Methadone is a synthetic opioid analgesic drug that works in the central nervous system to bind the mu receptors in the brain as well as diminish certain chemicals that create the perception of pain in an individual.

It lessens the effects of pain and provides relief to the patient who is suffering from chronic pain. It stays active in the body for 48 hours, and the half-life of this analgesic drug is considered as 24 hours.

The initial dose of this pain relief medicine is 5 mg and the maximum is 40 mg, which is prescribed by the medical experts to individuals, after getting a checkup of the patients. However, doses may vary from person to person age and health-condition.

Doses Forms of Methadone Medication:

Methadone is available in many forms such as injection solution, intravenous solution, oral concentrate, oral solution, oral tablet, etc. Some tablet’s doses are listed below:

• Methadone 5 mg (Oral white rectangle tablet), Imprint: M57 55
• Methadone 10 mg (Oral white rectangle tablet), Imprint: M57 71
• Methadone 40 mg (Oral orange four-sided tablet), Imprint: M 25 40

How to Use 5 mg Methadone Medicine:

• It is advised not to break or crush the tablet and swallow it whole.
• Follow all guiding information given by a healthcare expert.
• After taking the tablet or oral solution, keep the rest of the medication away from high temperatures.
• Consider taking the drug as per your age and health condition.
• Do not eat those foods and beverages that are prohibited with this medicine.
• Take proper rest after consuming the tablet.
• If an individual is experiencing acute pain, do not exceed the dose, rather seek medical assistance.

Side Effects:

• Restlessness
• Stomach upset
• Vomiting
• Itchiness in skin
• Hot and cold sweating
• Constipation
• Problems while intimacy
• Sleeping problems
• Loss appetite
• Headache
• Stomach pain
• Dry mouth
• Mood swings
• Double vision
• Dark urine

Precautions:

• Do not use other opioids during the methadone treatment course.
• If one has asthma problems, do not use this medicine.
• It is advised not to consume alcohol throughout the medication period.
• Pregnant women should not take the drug during pregnancy.
• Do not take sudden withdrawal from Methadone as it may lead to severe side effects.
• Read the product label carefully before using this narcotic drug.
• If one is allergic to opioids, do not use this analgesic medicine.
• Avoid performing tasks that require attentiveness after taking the medicine.
• Keep the medicine away from pets and children’s reach.