Methadone

//ˈmɛθ.əd.əʊn//

Word Type

Noun

The word "methadone" can be used as a noun.

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Derived Terms

isomethadone levomethadone normethadone

Context

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

Type Of (IsA)

analgesic drug narcotic opioid drug synthetic compound treatment for heroin addiction

Related Terms

addict analgesic chronic heroin management opioid pain synthetic wean

Used For

treat drug addictions

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