Alcohol Withdrawal Flashcards
1
Q
When does sign of withdrawal starts?
A
24-72 hrs
Give them: Benzo
Can die in seizures
2
Q
Benzo’s
Benzodiazepine
A
Dia-zepam Lora-zepam Mida-zolam Alpra-zolam CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE
3
Q
Antidote for BENZO:
A
Fumazenil
4
Q
Opioid:
A
Heroin
Morphine
Oxycodone
Hydrocodone
5
Q
Opioid antidote
Half life: 4-6hrs - is for opioids
A
Naltrexone/naloxone/ narcan
Half-life: 20-40 minutes, so repeat it every 20 minutes!