It became clear that, in order to fully implement the intent of the streamlining initiative, CSAVR, its member state agencies, and RSA needed to agree on some fundamental changes in policy and practice. To accomplish its goal, the RSA provides its members with leadership and service.
Methadone was introduced into the United States in 1947 by Eli Lilly and Company as an analgesic under the trade name Dolophine, which is now registered to Roxane Laboratories. Since then, it has been best known for its use in treating opioid dependence.
Most opioids are derived from the opium poppy and include heroin, morphine, codeine and hydrocodone. Methadone is a synthetic opioid that is structurally dissimilar to naturally derived products, even though it acts at the same sites in the body.