Benzodiazepine withdrawal in pregnant women with opioid use disorders: An observational study of current clinical practices at a tertiary obstetrical hospital.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2018.12.005
Abstract: BACKGROUND As more patients are admitted for medical complications related to opioid use disorders, physicians are called upon to manage withdrawal from co-occurring substance use disorders. We present an observational study of pregnant women with… read more here.
Keywords: benzodiazepine; benzodiazepine withdrawal; symptom triggered; withdrawal ... See more keywords
The Use of a Single Dose of Phenobarbital for Inpatient Management of Benzodiazepine Withdrawal: A Case Report
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DOI: 10.1097/adm.0000000000001071
Abstract: Introduction The current standard of care for physiological dependence to benzodiazepines requires prolonged outpatient tapers, which present challenges for patients and providers. Novel protocols for accelerated benzodiazepine tapers are needed. We describe a case of… read more here.
Keywords: withdrawal; benzodiazepine withdrawal; management benzodiazepine; case ... See more keywords
Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Catatonia, Delirium, and Seizures in a Patient With Schizoaffective Disorder
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DOI: 10.1177/2324709620969498
Abstract: Benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms vary from mild anxiety to life-threatening delirium or seizures. In susceptible individuals, such as those with mood disorders, benzodiazepine withdrawal may also precipitate catatonia. A 26-year-old man with schizoaffective disorder (depressed type… read more here.
Keywords: catatonia; benzodiazepine withdrawal; catatonia delirium; delirium seizures ... See more keywords