I have been on methadone for eleven years. I have read this drug over long period of use can build up in tissues. I have been off for nine days and still suffering all the withdrawals I did a week ago. I have rages, crying jags, pain, sleeplessness, sneezing, watery eyes, and utter exhaustion. Help please with any advice. I can't run the house, my spouse is doing everything. I haven't been out because I am so pale and shaky. I am lightheaded and have passed out. I get so dizzy. I am afraid to go out alone and pass out and make a scene. I am desperate. The pain is bad in my back which is the reason I started on methadone.
you really shouldn't-actually can't go cold turkey off methadone- The withdrawl can last months yes, weeks or months. you need to detox slowly- usually it recommended is 2-5 mg a week. please reconsider- since u have been off so long you will be able to start at a much lower dose than where you were- slowly go up then slowly come back down- good luck
I am going through the same exact thing and three weeks going now. I can't sleep cause I want to jump out of my skin, I gradually went down and stopped at 6mgs. "I can't stad on my feet for long periods of time. and sorta wish I just quit herion the withdrawals would have lasted a lot less.. This is horrible and don't know how much longer I can last but want my life back..