Methadone Safety

Publication Date: April 1, 2014
Last Updated: March 14, 2022

Recommendations

Initiation of Methadone

When considering initiation of methadone, the panel recommends that clinicians perform an individualized medical and behavioral risk evaluation to assess risks and benefits of methadone, given methadone’s specific pharmacologic properties and adverse effect profile. (L, S)
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Overview

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Methadone Safety