Biden drug czar: ‘All options are on the table’ for expanding methadone access

WASHINGTON — The federal government is aggressively exploring ways to increase access to methadone, a key Biden administration official told STAT.

Methadone, a common addiction medication, is the most effective drug currently used to treat opioid use disorder. But it is only available in the context of specialized methadone clinics, making it nearly impossible for many patients to obtain.

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