Alcohol Withdrawal Management: Beyond Benzos

This session covers alternatives to benzodiazepines for treatment of withdrawal, including phenobarbital, gabapentin, and other options. This session incorporates evidence-based review of clinical issues, such as assessment of withdrawal, choosing appropriate medication regiment, monitoring severity, triaging to appropriate level of care, and addressing related medical and psychiatric complications. Upon completion, learners will be able to:

1. Identify different evidence-based pharmacologic options for treatment of withdrawal from alcohol and/or sedatives

2. Recognize risks and benefits of pharmacologic options for sedative withdrawal treatment, including phenobarbital, gabapentin, and other medications

3. Discuss treatment of complex sedative withdrawal syndromes in different settings

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