The earliest studies of clonidine in the treatment of alcohol withdrawal were limited by the use of concomitant medications. Bjorkqvist et al. evaluated the efficacy of a clonidine taper ...

A study using Swedish patient data found anti-obesity drugs were linked with fewer hospitalizations related to alcohol use, ...

Current medications for the management of alcohol ... neurotransmitter pathways through an unknown mechanism to reduce alcohol withdrawal hyperexcitability. Acamprosate has been shown to be ...

Recognizing alcohol withdrawal symptoms is crucial for safety and recovery. From mild signs to severe dangers like Delirium Tremens, understanding these indicators can save lives. Always seek ...

After years of struggling with alcohol dependence, Shana found a combination of treatment and counseling that works for her.

Using hospitalization to determine the drugs’ effects on alcohol use disorder is an imperfect measure, but experts said it is a good place to start. “Alcohol withdrawal or poisoning would be ...

In patients younger than 60, alcohol withdrawal syndrome was a more common complication than other chronic conditions during hospitalizations.

Researchers then measured the patients’ alcohol intake and did ... are used to treat opioid addiction. These medications help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, but we know that around ...