How is Methadone Oral Route dosed?
Dosage information is not provided.
What is the dosage form of Methadone Oral Route?
The dosage forms of methadone oral route are: Tablet for Suspension, Solution, Tablet
How is Methadone Oral Route administered?
Methadone oral route is administered through tablets, tablets for suspension, and solutions. It is available only with a doctor's prescription and should be used under medical supervision.
What are common precautions when taking Methadone Oral Route?
Common precautions when taking methadone orally include:
- Doctor's prescription: This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription.
- Pediatric use: Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of methadone in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
- Geriatric use: Elderly patients are more likely to have age-related heart, kidney, liver, or lung problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving methadone.
- Storage: Keep methadone out of the reach of children and pets. Store it in a safe and secure place to prevent others from getting it.
- Drug take-back: Dispose of any unused narcotic medicine at a drug take-back location right away. If there is no take-back location near you, flush any unused narcotic medicine down the toilet. Check your local drug store, clinics, or the DEA website for take-back locations.
- Allergies: Inform your doctor about any previous allergic reactions to this medicine or any other medications. Also, report any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals.
Remember to follow your doctor's instructions and the printed information that comes with the medication.