Methadone-Agonist Substitution Flashcards
1
Q
Agonist
A
the chemical the binds to the postsynaptic receptor in order to create a responce
2
Q
Agonist (in terms of medication)
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desigend to imitate the action of another substence eg- heroine
3
Q
abstinence
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when the doasge is lowered in order to reduce addictive behaviour
4
Q
detoxification
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high dosage is reduced overtime
5
Q
whats the initial dose
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10-40mg daily
increased by 10mg daily until symtoms reduce
6
Q
whats the maintinance dosage
A
60-120mg daily (given as a green liquid)
