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    • METHADONE HCL (Generic for DISKETS)

METHADONE (METH a done) treats severe, chronic pain. It is often prescribed when other treatment options have not worked well enough or cannot be tolerated. It works by blocking pain signals in the brain. It may also be used to treat opioid use disorder. It works by blocking the effect of opioids and reducing cravings to use opioids. It is most effective when used in combination with counseling and behavior therapy. It belongs to a group of medications called opioids.


There is no lifestyle interaction information available for this medication.