methadone

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Pronunciation

/ˈmɛθ.əd.əʊn/

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/ˈmɛθ.əd.əʊn/ · /ˈmɛθ.əˌdoʊn/

Definition of methadone

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noun

(countable, uncountable)A powerful synthetic analgesic drug which is similar to morphine in its effects but less sedative and is used as a substitute drug in the treatment of morphine and heroin addiction.

“But methadone is a dangerous drug. If taken orally by a nonaddict, it can cause euphoria or even death.”

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From (di)meth(yl)a(mino) + d(iphenyl) + (heptan)one.

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