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Methadone: meaning, definitions and examples

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methadone

 

[ หˆmษ›ฮธษ™หŒdoสŠn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

substance abuse

Methadone is a synthetic opioid used primarily to treat opioid addiction and chronic pain. It works by interacting with the same brain receptors as other opioids but in a way that helps to mitigate withdrawal symptoms and cravings. While it is effective in managing dependency, methadone can also carry risks of misuse and overdose. Therefore, it is typically used in specially regulated programs under medical supervision. Due to its pharmacological properties, it is also prescribed for pain relief in some patients.

Synonyms

opioid, pain reliever

Examples of usage

  • She started methadone treatment for her heroin addiction.
  • Methadone clinics provide essential services for recovering addicts.
  • The doctor prescribed methadone to help manage his chronic pain.

Translations

Translations of the word "methadone" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น metadona

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‡เคฅเคพเคกเฅ‹เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Methadon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ metadon

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะตั‚ะฐะดะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ metadon

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒกใ‚ตใƒ‰ใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mรฉthadone

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ metadona

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท metadon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฉ”ํƒ€๋ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูŠุซุงุฏูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ metadon

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ metadon

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็พŽๆฒ™้…ฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ metadon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ metadรณn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะตั‚ะฐะดะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒ›แƒ”แƒ—แƒแƒ“แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ metadon

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ metadona

Etymology

The term 'methadone' is derived from 'meth-', a prefix suggesting its chemical structure, and '-done', which is frequently used in the nomenclature of various medications to denote their intended action or the fact that they are a form of drug. Methadone was first synthesized in Germany during World War II, originally conceived as a substitute for morphine, which was in short supply. Its analgesic properties were recognized soon after, leading to its adoption in various medical fields, particularly in the treatment of pain and opioid addiction. The drug gained significant prominence in the 1960s as part of the effort to combat the growing heroin epidemic, and it has since been established as a standard treatment for opiate dependence. However, concerns about its potential for addiction and overdose have also emerged, leading to ongoing discussions and research regarding its benefits and risks.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,901, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.