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can you switch from methadone to ocycodone?

I've been on methadone/oxycodone 15mg for 3 yrs for back surgery and ddd in my neck with osteoarthritis in my hip/kneeand ankle. I came off my oxygen in may 2018 and became very depressed. can I switch back to oxygen and eliminate the methadone?

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If your doctor allows it.  Don't make any changes to your meds without prior approval from your doctor first.
Patients are getting dismissed for changing meds or dosages without clearing it with their PM doctor first.
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im sorry that was meant to say oxycodone not oxygen.
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