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FALSE. Because people are different, the medication level that works well for one patient might not work for another. The best level is decided between patient and doctor. The body's metabolism will dictate the amount of methadone that one needs to work. Most patients need between 60-60 mgs of methadone each day to stop using heroin. Some patients will experience relief from withdrawal symptoms after taking between 5 and 10 milligrams. However, they will still require more mg daily to feel "normal". Higher doses may be required to prevent the "higher" effects caused by other opiates or to stop cravings.
Methadone does nothing to make people use cocaine. Many people who take cocaine have done so before starting methadone maintenance. Many also stop using cocaine during maintenance. Methadone is effective in reducing withdrawal symptoms and cravings from heroin and other opioids. However, addiction can lead to continued use of other drugs. People who wish to give up cocaine or other mood-altering drug use can get counseling and make a strong effort to recover.
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