YAY in taking the steps needed to get your life back. I don't have any experience with methadone, but someone will come along shortly to help answer your questions. I can relate to taking the drugs to just keep sickness at bay, but at some point it has to end right? Can you taper at a comfortable level with help from your Dr.? Start now with a good multi vitamin and protein shakes. Hang tight, help is on the way......