Episode 19 - The Patient on Methadone for Opiate Use DisorderEpisode 19 - The Patient on Methadone for Opiate Use Disorder
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Dr. Casey Grover shares expert advice on managing methadone patients in emergency care, focusing on regulations and dosing strategies.
24:52•3 Feb 2022
Handling Methadone Patients in Emergency Care: Expert Tips from Dr. Casey Grover
“Methadone, when used for opiate use disorder, is tightly regulated and only can be given by a federally certified opioid treatment program.”
Imagine it's late on a Saturday night, and a patient walks into the emergency department saying they've missed their methadone dose. What do you do? In this episode of 'Addiction in Emergency Medicine and Acute Care', Dr. Casey Grover breaks down the ins and outs of managing methadone patients in acute settings. Methadone, a full opioid agonist, has unique characteristics and strict regulations that can make its management challenging. Dr.
Grover explains the importance of adhering to the usual starting dose of 30 mg and highlights why it's crucial to continue regular dosing for patients who need inpatient admission. Whether you're an experienced healthcare provider or new to emergency medicine, this episode offers valuable insights to help you handle these situations with confidence.
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