Child poisonings with methadone in France: A 6-year prospective national survey since the availability of capsules in 2008.

Abstract

The results of this survey were similar to those of another national study by the French Poison Centers concerning adult suicide attempts with methadone. Both prospective studies led to the conclusion that methadone must be considered as a dangerous molecule for patients and their families. The recent availability of a solid formulation in France did not change the profile of poisonings with this opiate substitute treatment.