Benzodiazepines discouraged for alcohol withdrawal
Instead, Dr. Maldonado and his colleagues use a nonbenzodiazepine withdrawal protocol based on the alpha-2 agonist clonidine because alpha-2 blockers address the norepinephrine overload that drives 85% of the withdrawal symptoms, including cardiac …
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Delray Recovery Center Now Offers Medical Detox for Addiction Treatment
“Even those who do not have a long history or high level of drug or alcohol use can suffer severe withdrawal symptoms that, in some cases, can be fatal.” Delray Recovery Center's medical detox drastically reduces the risk of serious consequences and …
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