Which of the following is not an advantage of buprenorphine maintenance compared to methadone maintenance?
A) Buprenorphine's shorter duration of action reduces the chance of overdose.
B) Buprenorphine can be administered with subcutaneous implants.
C) Buprenorphine does not require daily clinic visits.
D) Neonatal abstinence syndrome is milder in buprenorphine withdrawal.

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Buprenorphine actually has a longer duration of action compared to methadone, which is one of its advantages because it allows for less frequent dosing. This longer duration of action does not reduce the chance of overdose; rather, its partial agonist properties at the opioid receptor contribute to a ceiling effect that reduces overdose risk.

Which of the Following Is Not an Advantage of Buprenorphine