Methadone

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jan 25, 2024

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Dolophine, Methadose, Methadose Oral Concentrate

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Opioid (narcotic) analgesic

Forms:

Tablet, dispersible tablet, oral solution, concentrated solution

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

  • To treat moderate to severe pain
  • To prevent withdrawal symptoms during opioid treatment programs

Controlled Status:

Schedule II controlled substance


Methadone (Dolophine) Drug Class

Methadone (meth-ah-done) is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever).

Methadone (Dolophine) Age Range

Methadone is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this medication in pediatric patients below 18 years of age have not been established. Accidental ingestion of methadone by children can result in a fatal overdose.