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METHADONE TREATMENT FOR HEROIN ADDICTION
One option for treating heroin addiction is
methadone treatment. The drug acts as a
substitute, enabling users to stabilize their
addiction while avoiding the often deadly side
effects of heroin.
Physician and laboratory services required for
methadone maintenance treatment are covered by
the British Columbia Medical Services Plan. The
cost of methadone is also covered for people
eligible for Pharmacare drug benefits.
For Information on Methadone Maintenance Treatment
Contact: College of
Physicians and Surgeons
- In Vancouver: 604-733-7758
- Elsewhere in British Columbia, toll-free: 1-800-461-3008
For Information on Other
Treatment Options
Contact: Alcohol and Drug
Information and Referral Service
- Lower Mainland: 604-660-9382
- Elsewhere in British Columbia, toll-free: 1-800-663-1441
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Last Revised: December 17, 2007
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