What is Methadone Oral Solution?

Like all forms of Methadone, Methadone oral solution is a medication used to treat opioid withdrawal.   Methadose or dolophine is its other names.

It comes pharmaceutically as a clear green liquid.  However, coloring and flavours makes this cherry flavored solution appear pink.

Each ml contains methadone hydrochloride 1mg. You might be wondering about what dosage of methadone oral solution is okay. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Let’s take a look at that.

What dose of Methadone solution should you take?

What dose of methadone should I take? you might wonder. Well, what is the first thing to understand about the dosage of methadone oral solution?

The dose is adjusted according to the degree of dependence with the aim of gradual reduction.

We will look at the recommended dose for adults and the elderly.

For adults, take 10 – 20mg per day, increasing by 10 – 20mg daily until there is no sign of withdrawal. The usual dose is 40-60 mg per day and do not exceed 40mg as a rule of thumb.

For the elderly, well, there isn’t exactly a formula for their dosage. All that should be said is, the medication should be given with extreme caution.

For children, do not give this medication to children and except a physician prescribes this medication, do not give it to children.

Pregnant women and nursing mothers should avoid taking this medication as it can affect the well-being of the unborn child.

What are the side effects of Methadose?

Methadone oral solution might cause some undesirable side effects. Some are:

• Drowsiness and Headaches.
• Euphoria and other mood changes.
• Confusion.
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Breathing difficulties.

These are just some of a few side effects. Visit our store page on methadone 10mg wafers to read the full information about methadone.

In case of any of these side effects, especially serious ones, call your doctor or 911 immediately.