Methadone Addiction

Methadone is a widely used, long-acting opioid that is often prescribed as part of a mainstream addiction treatment program. The purpose of this medication is to serve as a replacement for street heroin, providing stability and safety for individuals struggling with addiction. While it may seem like a better option than the dangers associated with obtaining illegal drugs, the truth is that those put on maintenance therapy still struggle with methadone addiction.

For some, it may provide relief, but for many others, life on methadone can be just as frustrating as before. Many individuals who take methadone experience side effects such as restlessness, irritability, fatigue, nausea, depression, and in some cases, even suicidal thoughts. Furthermore, some people continue to use other drugs or prescription medication in an attempt to achieve the high they seek.

Since methadone is a long-acting opioid, quitting it can be even more challenging than quitting heroin. This is because the withdrawal symptoms associated with stopping methadone can last up to a month, whereas and include vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, runny nose, anxiety, insomnia, muscle aches, sweating, goosebumps, and agitation.

For those seeking a genuine solution for breaking free from methadone addiction, ibogaine may provide the answer. Ibogaine is a powerful treatment that resets the reward pathways in the brain that have been conditioned by addiction. In many cases, it can eliminate opioid withdrawal symptoms within just 30 minutes of ingestion.

It is important to note that ibogaine treatment for methadone requires careful planning and preparation, as well as the guidance of experienced providers. Due to the long-acting nature of methadone, it is not possible to immediately start treatment with ibogaine after stopping the medication. Instead, patients must switch to short-acting opioids, such as morphine sulphate or oxycontin prior to undergoing ibogaine treatment.

Give us a call here at Iboga Root Sanctuary, and we can talk you through the different options and protocols before considering ibogaine treatment.