Methadone vs. buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares two medications, methadone and buprenorphine, to see which helps people stay in treatment for opioid use disorder. You may be eligible if you are starting a new treatment episode.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You have been diagnosed with opioid use disorder (addiction to opioids)
- You are starting a new treatment for opioid use disorder
- You are not taking more than 3 days of medication for opioid addiction in the past week
- You are willing to be randomly assigned to either methadone or buprenorphine and follow the study plan
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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