_____________________, a synthetic opiate, has been the therapy of choice for heroin addiction. It crosses the placenta, leading to significant neonatal abstinence syndrome af-ter birth
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Methadone
Methadone withdrawal is more severe and prolonged than withdrawal from heroin. Signs of withdrawal include tremors, irritability, hypertonicity, vomiting, mottling, nasal stuffiness, and disturbed sleep patterns. This infant is also at an increased risk for SIDS.
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