2. My pain isn’t relieved by what my doctor prescribes for me. He’s tried everything but nothing works. I’ve heard that methadone is much more effective and that the effect lasts longer. I’m fed up taking so many pills. Can CRAN help me?

It’s important to explain to your doctor that your pain is not alleviated and that you have contacted CRAN. However, you must know that CRAN is a centre that specializes in the treatment of opioid use disorders and not in the treatment of chronic pain.

 
If you think you have an addiction problem, there are professionals at CRAN who can help you, either by supporting your doctor or by treating you if necessary. Ideally, CRAN should be able to discuss your situation with your doctor; teamwork and your cooperation are essential. You must also know that the requirements for methadone or buprenorphine treatment are very different from those for treatment at a pain clinic. You will have to go to the pharmacy every day to get your medication, go to many appointments at CRAN and have urine drug screening tests.

If the problem has more to do with inadequate pain relief, your doctor can refer you to a pain treatment clinic.