Can you use methadone and heroin?

As the body develops a tolerance to, and dependence on, heroin, the person may ingest larger doses more often. This could be a tough habit to break even if the body does not experience any cravings while the person is taking methadone. read more

Yes, at a certain dose, methadone will block or diminish the effects of heroin to differing degrees depending upon dosage and the persons metabolism, tolerance, and how much heroin they actually use, but on lower, common doses in the range of 25mg to 80mg, some people can feel the effects of heroin just as strongly and or may be potentiated. read more

If you stop taking heroin, methadone can prevent or reduce the unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Learn about Methadone Replacement for Heroin If you stop taking heroin, methadone can prevent or reduce the unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. read more

Methadone is also a potent narcotic drug, and it can induce a high just like heroin can, although the effects last much longer. In some cases, people combine methadone and heroin. There are a number of reasons people mix these two drugs, and it is becoming a more common occurrence, causing serious health issues. read more