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what the hell

2 weeks  off methadone last week was ok  but sleep was rough legs twitch doctor gave me a few atavan .it ruined everything .yeh it helped sleep a little .after they were gone it was like . first days withdraws all over. if any one quitting methadone.dont go this route.how stupid could i have been.
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hang in there friend. Methadone is a real hard one to deal with..you will have good days and bad..if your legs are really bothering you, you could also get a rx called requip..it is for RLS..it is not a benzo like ativan. Also try getting some exercise everyday..take a long walk..it does help. Your doing great and pretty soon this will all be behind you
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if your still having a hard time, ask your doctor about clonidine , not klonopin

Clonidine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood. This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax (widen) and your heart to beat more slowly and easily.

Clonidine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Clonidine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
and addiction is one of the other purposes it is used for, nonaddictive and helped me get off methadone...i used it for about 2 weeks total, it was a lifesaver for me...
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