Why is methadone used as a treatment for heroin addiction?

a. ?It creates fewer withdrawal symptoms and a less intense high.
b. ?It creates neither a physical, nor a psychological dependence.
c. ?It creates dependence, but leads to no other negative effects for the user.
d. ?It does not lead to increased tolerance and therefore leaves a larger margin of safety.


ANSWER:
a

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