Methadone is used to treat opiate addiction. Though the medication is not always a first-choice medication for opiates and is not used for issues with alcohol or other drugs, it is a good option for those who have done well on it before or have not done well on Suboxone. It can also be a good choice for those wanting extra long-term accountability. Around 10% of opioid patients at our Naperville clinic choose methadone.