Hi Kimspr3
I just deleted my reply because it was more info than needed and if you want to know how I know what I’m about to tell you; ask.
Methadone is its own animal and besides cigarettes methadone was the hardest drug to quit.
The doctor who explained why it was so difficult seemed to know and understand what it was exactly about methadone that made it a great pain med but hard to quit. Methadone lasts longer than most other opioids including heroin. In fact that’s why they use it.
When I started experiencing withdrawal symptoms I had no idea why my eyes were tearing, why I was yawning and stretching like a crack baby. The doc said “ oh that’s with drawl symptoms; we’ll just give you more. I didn’t want more so I asked to detox. OMG!!! What did I ask for?
Just be aware because it a great long lasting opioid but it’s harder to quit than most others