Benzodiazepines: A Guide to Safe Prescribing
The Carlat Psychiatry Report, Volume 9, Number 7, July 2011
https://www.thecarlatreport.com/newsletter-issue/tcprv9n7-8/
Issue Links: Learning Objectives | Editorial Information
Topics: Anxiety Disorder | Benzodiazepines
Dhwani Shah, MD
Most of us who prescribe benzodiazepines (BZs) have a love-hate relationship with them. On the one hand, they work quickly and effectively for anxiety and agitation, but on the other hand, we worry about sedative side effects and the fact that they can be difficult to taper because of withdrawal symptoms.
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Dhwani Shah, MD
Associate Clinical Faculty Member University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Shah has disclosed that he has no relevant relationships or financial interests in any commercial company pertaining to this educational activity.