Introduction
An important topic is being discussed and it concerns methadone treatment. Indeed, there are many opinions about this topic, and the effectiveness of methadone treatment. However, I believe that methadone treatment is very effective and should be utilized when treating addiction. “Methadone sold by the brand name Dolophine is a synthetic narcotic analgesic (Methadone, 2010). As compared with other drugs in its class, it has a longer duration of action (Methadone, 2010). This makes it useful for treatment of people with chronic pain, and for treatment of people addicted opioids (Methadone, 2010). Although methadone is, itself, addicting, it can be administered by mouth, with fewer doses per day, and so does not interfere with routine functions (Methadone, 2010).
Methadone Treats Addiction
Firstly, methadone is very effective in treating addiction. In today’s society, there is an opioid abuse epidemic. Addiction is not an easy disease to treat. However, the use of methadone to treat addiction have been successful. Studies show that nothing works better than methadone for keeping opiate addicts away from the use of heroin or other opiate medications (CRC Health). Methadone provides complete relief from withdrawal symptoms and while
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This solution costs very little, reduces crime and any other social ills caused by drug use and doesn't involve legalization (Methadone Treatment). Many patients have to stay on the drug indefinitely, but this is no cause for concern (Methadone Treatment). At about $4,000 a year to participate in a treatment program, it's much cheaper than a heroin habit, which can cost 10 times as much. In the right dose, methadone doesn't produce a "high" or a sedative effect (Methadone Treatment). Patients remain clear-headed, alert and able to carry on with normal daily tasks (Methadone Treatment). There are no significant side effects or long-term risks (Methadone