Find Methadone Treatment Near Needham IN
During the course of your treatment, you will also have the chance to talk to an intake counsellor about your history of opioid addiction. If you are not used to talking openly about your addiction, this process might seem strange. But it's very important that you stay honest and open with your counsellor during this time. The intake counsellor needs to know if you are abusing more than one drug or if you have mental problems on top of your addiction. This gives the counsellor a chance to work with you to tailor the treatment plan and counselling services to your specific needs.
The process of treatment starts when you choose a methadone clinic for your care. It involves a lot of paperwork and meetings with doctors. At the start of your treatment, you will get a thorough medical exam to check your overall health and see how your addiction has changed your body. The drug test will show that you haven't been using any other drugs and that you are in enough of a withdrawal state to start methadone therapy. Also, it will show if you have used any other medications. When your doctor gives you the first dose, he or she takes into account your height, weight, and other important medical information.
If you are addicted to an opiate (narcotic drug similar to heroin) and you are currently taking methadone for the purpose of stopping or continuing to not take the drug, you need to enroll in a treatment plan. The federal and state governments must approve any treatment program. Patients must be treated according to federal laws. Your medication may need to be taken at the program's facility under the supervision and guidance of program staff. Ask your doctor or treatment program staff for any questions regarding enrolling in the program and taking or receiving your medication.
The manufacturer's patient information (Medication Guide), will be given to you by your pharmacist when you begin treatment. Also, you can ask your doctor if there is a Medication Guide for the methadone medication you are currently taking. You should carefully read this information. Ask your pharmacist and doctor any questions. You can also visit the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website (http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/DrugSafety/ucm085729.htm) or the manufacturer's website to obtain the Medication Guide.