I know about methadone clinics, but don't know of anyone that goes. But I wonder, why not give the people a prescription for the methadone pills? It wouldn't cost that much. They could still make the people come back weekly, or monthly for blood tests to make sure they are taking it right. Even people that go every day could still cheat, and take other, so I don't think it is about needing to be monitored.

Sorry for the ignorance, I just don't understand it I guess.