The Benefits and Potential Risks of a Methadone Treatment Program
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Methadone is a synthetic opioid medication that is commonly prescribed for the treatment of chronic pain as well as to treat dangerous opiate addictions. Methadone maintenance treatment is most often used for the reduction of heroin-related withdrawals and cravings. The medication is administered in liquid or tablet form on a daily basis. It helps to curb cravings, control withdrawal symptoms and reduce the signs of opiate addiction.
Opiate addiction can lead to a number of consequences include health related problems, legal troubles, financial distress and potentially death. For many, opiate dependence creates an uphill battle that feels like a constant losing fight. Everyone around an individual who is addicted to opiates suffers including the friends and family members, children, co-workers and employees, classmates and fellow student body, & the community.