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Can methadone be prescribed in pill form?

I'm not able to prescribe medications, but I can help explain how methadone works for opioid use disorder.

Methadone is available in different forms, including liquid, powder, or diskette (a tablet that dissolves in water). Your healthcare team will work with you to find the right Show Full Answer

Can methadone be prescribed in pill form?

I'm not able to prescribe medications, but I can help explain how methadone works for opioid use disorder.

Methadone is available in different forms, including liquid, powder, or diskette (a tablet that dissolves in water). Your healthcare team will work with you to find the right form that fits your needs and treatment goals.

However, methadone can only be obtained through SAMHSA-certified opioid treatment programs (OTPs), not from regular doctor's offices or pharmacies. You'll need to enroll in an OTP where medical professionals will supervise your dosing and monitor your progress.

Currently, there's proposed legislation called the Modernizing Opioid Treatment Access Act that would allow methadone to be prescribed for take-home doses from a pharmacy, but this hasn't taken effect yet.

Your primary care physician or an addiction treatment specialist can help connect you with accredited methadone clinics in your area and discuss whether methadone would be a good fit for your recovery journey.

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