Methadone Maintenance Treatment (MMT) is well researched as an effective and successful opioid substitution treatment.

People addicted to opioids/opiates can be at risk of physical, psychological and social problems; methadone treatment can provide people with support and the stability to deal with these issues.

The Auckland Methadone Service (AMS) provides free methadone maintenance treatment and support through a team of doctors, case managers, pharmacists, GPs and other health professionals and agencies.

If you are concerned about your own opioid use and are considering methadone maintenance as a treatment option, phone CADS on 845-1818, or click on the link below.

To view the Methadone information sheets for clients, click here.

To view Opioid Substitution Treatment New Zealand Practice Guidelines (2008), click here.

AMS Frequently Asked Questions:

• I don't have any transport - what bus routes are you on?
• What formulation of Methadone do you prescribe?
• What is Buprenorphine/Naloxone or Suboxone®?
• When is the CADS pharmacy open?

When you’re ready!