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Methadone
Methadone is a synthetic opioid that produces less euphoria than heroin or similar drugs. It is administered to individuals experiencing opioid withdrawal to make the process less difficult by managing symptoms.
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Which of the following drugs are often used for pain relief?
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Methadone Clinics
A patient is enrolled in a substance use treatment program to overcome a dependency on heroin. The patient has previously failed to quit because of the severity of the physical withdrawal symptoms. To improve the chances of success, a physician prescribes a medication that will alleviate the withdrawal symptoms without producing the intense 'high' associated with heroin. Based on this approach, which medication was most likely prescribed?
Evaluating a Treatment Strategy for Opioid Withdrawal