Opioid Policy Research Collaborative

Videos

Understanding Pharmacy-Dispensed Methadone for Opioid Use Disorder

Pharmacy-Based Methadone project logoThe purpose of these 2 minute videos is to help you understand the current methadone delivery system and three alternatives delivery models. Model 1 is currently permissible, but Models 2 and 3 require federal legislative and/or regulatory changes.

Background: Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
Model 1: Medication Unit in a Pharmacy
Model 2: Pharmacy-Dispensed Methadone
Model 3: Enhanced Pharmacy-Dispensed Methadone