Methodone
Methodone is a common misspelling of methadone (methadone).
What is methadone (methodone)?
Methadone (methodone) is a narcotic analgesic. It works by acting on opiate pain receptors in the brain and on smooth muscle to provide pain relief.
Methadone (methodone) is used to treat moderate to severe pain that is not relieved by other pain medicines. Methadone (methodone) also reduces withdrawal symptoms in people addicted to heroin or other narcotic drugs without causing the "high" associated with the drug addiction. It is used as part of drug addiction detoxification and maintenance programs. Methadone (methodone) may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Methadone (methodone) is a synthetic medicine that produces effects similar to morphine although the feeling of euphoria (extreme happiness) is less than that experienced with morphine. Doses are very slowly reduced until the patient does not need methadone (methodone) any more (total withdrawal). This process can take some time. If taken for long periods of time, methadone (methodone) can be addictive.
Click for more information on Methodone (methadone)
Frequently asked questions
- Which drugs cause opioid-induced constipation?
- How long does opioid withdrawal last?
- How can I get emergency methadone?
- Suboxone vs methadone: What’s the difference?
- How long does methadone withdrawal last?
- Does methadone show up on a drug test?
- Is methadone an opiate blocker?
- What is a methadone clinic / are they free?
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
