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Methadone maintenance therapy versus no opioid replacement therapy for opioid dependence.

Author: BreenC, DavoliM, KimberJ, MattickR P

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Overview

The study discusses the effectiveness and controversies surrounding methadone maintenance treatment for opioid dependence.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Methadone maintenance was the first widely used form of opioid replacement therapy developed to treat heroin dependence, and it remains the best-researched treatment for this problem. Despite the widespread use of methadone in maintenance treatment for opioid dependence in many countries, it is a co...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD002209

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Methadone Maintenance Therapy: A Oasis in the Desert of Opioid Dependence

The struggle with opioid dependence is a challenging and often debilitating journey, leaving individuals trapped in a desert of addiction. This study explores the effectiveness of methadone maintenance therapy, a treatment that has been a beacon of hope for many struggling with opioid dependence.

The authors provide a comprehensive overview of methadone maintenance therapy, its history, and its effectiveness in treating heroin dependence. The study acknowledges the controversy surrounding this treatment while highlighting the substantial body of research that supports its efficacy.

A Beacon of Hope in the Desert of Addiction

The study emphasizes the importance of methadone maintenance therapy as a valuable tool in the fight against opioid dependence. It serves as a reminder that even in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges, there are pathways to recovery and hope.

Finding a Path to Recovery in the Desert of Addiction

This research encourages the continued exploration of methadone maintenance therapy as a potential oasis of relief for those struggling with opioid dependence. It reminds us that even in the seemingly endless expanse of addiction, there are pathways to recovery and a chance for a better future.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

Methadone maintenance therapy offers a potential oasis of relief for individuals battling opioid dependence. This research underscores the importance of continuing to explore effective treatment options for this challenging condition, reminding us that even in the vast desert of addiction, there is hope for a better tomorrow.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2003-02-21
  2. Date Revised 2018-12-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

12519570

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1002/14651858.CD002209

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