Methadone 5mg Tablets are a prescription medication used to manage severe, chronic pain and to treat opioid use disorder (OUD). As a long-acting opioid analgesic, methadone works by altering how the brain and nervous system respond to pain, providing continuous relief for individuals requiring around-the-clock pain management. In the context of OUD, methadone helps reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings, supporting recovery efforts when part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes counseling and behavioral therapy.