Levomethadyl Acetate is classified as which Schedule?

• A. Schedule II
• B. Schedule I
• C. Schedule III
• D. Schedule IV

Answer: (A)

Levоmethadyl acetate (LAAM) is an opioid with a high potential for abuse and physical/psychological dependence, yet it has had accepted medical use in treating opioid dependence under strict controls. The scheduling system categorizes substances by abuse potential, dependence risk, and medical use. Schedule II includes drugs with high abuse potential but with accepted medical use and strict regulatory controls. Because LAAM fits this profile—significant abuse risk but an approved medical use in maintenance therapy—it is placed in Schedule II. This reflects the balance of medical utility with the need for tight regulation.