Morphine Versus Methadone Treatment for Neonatal Withdrawal and Impact on Early Infant Development
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DOI: 10.1177/2333794x17721128
Abstract: Objective. Compare developmental outcomes in infants treated with morphine versus methadone. Method. Retrospective chart review of newborns identified through use of ICD-9 code for neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS). Thirty-six infants were evaluated—17 treated with methadone… read more here.
Keywords: treatment; methadone; versus methadone; development ... See more keywords
Levorphanol versus methadone use: safety considerations.
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DOI: 10.21037/apm.2020.02.01
Abstract: Methadone has unique characteristics that make it an attractive agent for the treatment of chronic pain and opioid drug dependence. However, methadone prescription requires more clinical experience and close monitoring of patients to avoid its… read more here.
Keywords: safety considerations; use; levorphanol versus; methadone ... See more keywords