Slide 9: What is Methadone, and How Does it Work? Methadone is a synthetic full opioid agonist. Methadone is administered by accredited
How Do Methadone Clinics Work? Methadone clinics administer treatment by prescribing methadone and providing counseling sessions. Before
How Do Methadone and Buprenorphine Work? Methadone and buprenorphine, when administered at the appropriate dose. occupy the brain receptor sites affected
SAMHSA has developed strict regulations on methadone clinics and provides oversight to ensure that methadone is being administered properly to people in methadone detox and on methadone maintenance. 2. How Does It Work?
Methadone is administered by medical staff and can only be provided at a licensed methadone clinic or methadone treatment center under the
Slide 9: What is Methadone, and How Does it Work? Methadone is a synthetic full opioid agonist. Methadone is administered by accredited
What Is a Methadone Clinic? A methadone clinic is a facility that is authorized to administer methadone for the purpose of medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
Slide 9: What is Methadone, and How Does it Work? Methadone is a synthetic full opioid agonist. Methadone is administered by accredited
Able to be administered as a pill, oral solution or powder (to be dissolved in a drink), methadone works by altering how the brain and
justice is administered.