Methadyl acetate hydrochloride

Methadyl acetate hydrochloride, also known as levacetylmethadol (LAAM), is a synthetic opioid mainly used as a treatment for opioid dependence. Specifically, it is a second-line treatment option for individuals who haven’t responded to drugs like methadone or buprenorphine. LAAM is administered orally as a solution and is dosed less frequently than methadone, typically two to three times per week. The directory classifies it as a unknown/inactive API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Acetylmethadol hydrochloride and Acemethadone hydrochloride. It is listed as a controlled drug substance (Schedule I). Its PubChem CID is 9930297.

CAS No 38821-43-1
Molecular Formula C23H32ClNO2
Molecular Weight 390.00 g/mol
Synonyms [6-(dimethylamino)-4,4-diphenylheptan-3-yl] acetate;hydrochloride

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