New study aims to ease pain for people on methadone treatment

NCT ID NCT05459402

First seen Feb 03, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study looks at whether taking methadone once or twice a day is better for managing both chronic pain and opioid use disorder. About 150 adults currently on methadone will be randomly assigned to one of two dosing schedules. Researchers will track changes in pain levels and pain tolerance over 12 weeks to find the most effective approach.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Addiction Treatment Services (ATS)

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    Baltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States

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