1. Methadone Misconceptions
Methadone is typically prescribed by medical professionals for the treatment of heroin and other opiate addiction, based on the longer-lasting effects of the drug as a deterrent to illegal use of narcotics. ... Both the use of methadone as a treatment option and the conjunctive use of the drug with other illegal narcotics contribute to the build-up of rapid tolerance of the drug in the addict's system, complicating recovery and creating issues of cross-addiction. ... Unfortunately, the use of methadone can quickly spread into cross-addiction. ... This particular study determined that ...
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate