Studies on coordinative effect of electroacupuncture and Methadone on heroin withdrawal syndrome

Eight-six heroin addicts were randomly divided into the treatment group by electroacupuncture plus Methadone and the control group by single Methadone for comparison of the therapeutic effects. Statistically there was no significant difference in the therapeutic effect (score reduction rate) between the treatment group and the control group (P>0.05). In the treatment group, the dose of Methadone was half of routine dose, but the therapeutic effect was similar and side effect was less, in comparison with full dose in the control group. Foundation item: Supported by Research funds of Yichun City Board of Health, and gained the third class award of scientific and technological progress in 2002 awarded by Yichun City Board of Health Author: ZHANG Ping-gen (1956-), male, junior consultant doctor Translator: HUANG Guo-qi 0210 0231