When should clinicians consider methadone for opioid use disorder?
While methadone often carries stigma, it can be the best treatment option for certain patients. Dr. Tom Robey, Emergency and Street Medicine Physician, explains when methadone is the right choice, how it differs from buprenorphine, and key factors for starting it safely.
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