substance use disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What does alcohol withdrawal look like?
A
Start 4-12 hrs
Delirium can happen 2-3 days after last drink
Symptoms: things go up, shaking, delirium
2
Q
Alcohol withdrawal meds
A
benzodiazepines: chlordiazepoxide, diazepam, lorazepam
Given with: carbamazepine, clonidine, propranolol, atenolol
Maintenance: disulfiram, naltrexone, acamprosate
3
Q
Opioid withdrawal
A
Naloxone
Maintenance: Methadone substitution, clonidine,
4
Q
nicotine withdrawal
A
Bupropion
Maintenance: Varinicline(no drivers), replacement therapy
