How is methadone dosed for chronic nonmalignant pain management?
A) Every 4 to 6 hours as needed due to a short half-life
B) Dosing methadone for opiate addiction and chronic pain is the same
C) Slow and gradual titration up and down due to highly variable half-life
D) Once daily dosing
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