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Are Fatigue, Depression, Frustration And Lack Of Concentration Methadone Withdrawal Symptoms?
My 29 year old son is being treated at a Methodone Clinic for about a year. He has stayed clean for he passes his urine tests on a regular basis. He seems to have no energy. He has a good business, but gets easily depressed and can hardly get off the couch. He knows what he needs to do, but just hasn t got the drive or energy to do it. He gets very frustrated and it is effecting him financially. He also seems to have a hard time focusing for an extended period of time. Even little details overwhelm him. I have been trying to patiently help him, but it is very frustrating for him and I both. Any suggestions?
Tue, 7 Jan 2020
Hello,
Though the fatigue, frustration and lack of concentration do suggest Methadone withdrawal symptoms; underlying depression must be taken care with supportive medications as SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), psychologic counselling and other supportive care.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
Though the fatigue, frustration and lack of concentration do suggest Methadone withdrawal symptoms; underlying depression must be taken care with supportive medications as SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), psychologic counselling and other supportive care.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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