Alcohol 🍸 Dependance HELP Flashcards
1
Q
Anti crave drugs
Used to reduce rewarding effects of alcohol during withdrawal
A
- Acamprosate
- Naltrexone
2
Q
Aversive drugs
Used to induce strong aversive reaction in presence of alcohol
During alcohol withdrawal
A
Disulfiram
Blocks alcohol dehudrogenase leading to flushing and nausea
3
Q
Medical treatment of alcohol withdrawal
Benzodiapezines (long acting) program?
A
DIAZEPAM 5 DAY WITHDRAWAL PROGRAM
Day 1
10mg 4x day
Day 2
10mg 3x Day
Day 3
10mg 2x Day
Day 4
5mg 2x Day
Day 5
5mg at night
4
Q
Medical treatment of alcohol withdrawal
Thiamine ?
A
Thiamine
Prevention of Wernicke’s
(Parental for 3 days, then oral for at least 1 month)
