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Is methadone a good way to get of pain pills?

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It depends: What is your ultimate objective? Are you treating a pain issue? An addiction issue? Do you want Methadone maintenance? You need to speak with a doctor who can review all these issues.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

Is methadone a good way to get of pain pills?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Wasser answered

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