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Benzodiazepines for Alcohol Withdrawal

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QV85-2262
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English
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Pharmacy Services, Aberdeen Hospital

Benzodiazepines are a group of medications that work as sedatives. Diazepam and lorazepam are 2 benzodiazepines used to manage all stages of alcohol withdrawal. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication and answers other questions you may have.

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