Methadone Uses

Authorities: Prescription drug abuse is on the rise
Prescription Medicines, like oxycodone, hydrocodone and methadone, which are used to treat drug addition, have surged to the top of the list as the most abused drugs in York County, according to the York County Sheriff's Office. Police say the ease … Read more on WCNC

Overdose lifesaver naloxone distribution plan still not good enough, advocates say
Mel Kahan, medical director of the substance use service at Women's College Hospital, said permitting these organizations to order the medication is a positive move, but that “it makes no sense” to not allow anyone else to do so. “The people who are at … Read more on Toronto Star

ER Study Finds 1 In 10 Older Teens Misuse Rx Painkillers & Sedatives
And across the board, those who misused prescription drugs were significantly more likely to have also abused alcohol and non-prescription drugs such as cough medicine, or to have used marijuana, in the past year. They were also more … The study … Read more on RedOrbit