This narcotic is associated with a number of toxic side effects and is among the top 10 drugs reported by medical examiners in drug abuse deaths. Trade names are Methadone and Dolophine. Methadone is an opiate of fairly low potency and less tachyphylaxis and addiction potential than other opiates. Manufactured as tablets, though probably injected frequently by heavy abusers. Sedation, euphoria, reduced anxiety, and reduction in urge for the stronger opiates are the features which create the abusers' market.
Side effects are drowsiness, nausea, constipation, constricted pupils, and slowed breathing.
There will almost always be a history of previous opiate addiction or other abuse problems. Please email your comments and contributions.