Research Pinpoints Best Times for Take-Home Methadone Dosing

A new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine has identified optimal windows for initiating take-home methadone doses for opioid use disorder. The findings suggest that starting take-home doses within 5-24 weeks post-induction significantly reduces mortality and improves treatment retention. This research could lead to updates in clinical guidelines, emphasizing the benefits of take-home dosing over no take-home options.