Pharmacotherapy for Addiction to Nonalcohol Sedative-Hypnotics and Anxiolytics
摘要
This chapter discusses treatments for sedative-hypnotic use disorder, with a focus on benzodiazepines. Clinical presentations of toxicity and withdrawal are discussed, along with the appropriate next steps in management. Pharmacotherapy for treating toxicity, withdrawal, and addressing problematic use are addressed. Schedules for tapering and dose reduction are also discussed.