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METHADONE
Methadone has a gradual, long-lasting effect of 24-hours or more, which mitigates any craving for other opioid drugs.
Methadone is the medication with the longest history of use for opioid use disorder treatment, having been used since 1947.
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The proper dose of methadone allows patients to lead a normal life without making them feel “high” or “drugged.”
Methadone is taken orally once per day, so there is no need for injection needles that carry the risk of diseases like hepatitis or HIV.
Methadone is not a cure for addiction by itself. It should be used as a component of a recovery program that includes counseling and life improvement services.
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