Can Methadone be used for chronic or acute pain?
Yes. Opioids only block certain pain receptors in the brain. To block the maximum amount of pain receptors a narcotic will often be assigned to go with the Methadone to block the receptors that the Methadone cannot. In general opioids should not be prescribed for a period of longer than two weeks for treating acute pain. You will have to see your own doctor or pain specialist for investigation and treatment of acute or chronic pain. Our clinic can work with your pain doctor if Methadone is required to treat your addiction while you are in treatment for chronic or acute pain.
