May 16, 2025 · Due to its pharmacological effects, methadone has the potential for certain health effects, even when used therapeutically. Certain risks involve respiratory, cardiovascular, and …

Mar 29, 2024 · Methadone is a medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat OUD as well as for pain management. When taken as prescribed, methadone is safe …

Long-term retention and maintenance are essential in recovery from opioid dependence, and methadone as a MAT option has shown the greatest results in retention rates (Connery, 2015).

Feb 13, 2019 · Methadone has many uses for both short and long-term maintenance after addiction, but long-term use comes with serious risks.

Dec 29, 2021 · Long-term side effects such as physical dependence and insomnia can occur with chronic methadone use. With medical and behavioral treatment, some long-term effects can …

Jun 5, 2025 · Many people seeking recovery worry about replacing one addiction with another, while others wonder if long-term methadone use is safe. Understanding the risks and benefits …

One of the primary concerns for patients receiving MMT (methadone maintenance therapy) is the long-term effects on the rest of their bodies. While it can help minimize fentanyl and heroin …

Feb 23, 2025 · Even though methadone is used for addiction treatment, it is still an opioid, and long-term use can lead to physical dependence. Over time, higher doses may be needed to …

Methadone is often used to manage opioid addiction, but long-term use can come with serious health risks. While it may help people avoid heroin or other opioids, it still affects the brain and …

This important study builds on the idea that recovery from opioid use disorder is a long-term proposition, for many, but that the majority of individuals are able to achieve abstinence from …