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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 (often called “benzos”) are a group of medications that can be used to treat anxiety, seizures, and alcohol withdrawal. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, how it will help, how much you will need, and possible side effects.

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