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Diazepam addiction: a case report.

P Agrawal

    Canadian Psychiatric Association Journal
    |February 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This case report details severe Diazepam (a tranquilizer) withdrawal symptoms including physical distress and hallucinations. Gradual reduction and supportive medications aided recovery, highlighting Diazepam

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    Area of Science:

    • Pharmacology
    • Clinical Psychology
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Benzodiazepine medications, including Diazepam, are widely prescribed for anxiety and other conditions.
    • Dependence and addiction potential of benzodiazepines are recognized but require ongoing clinical attention.
    • Understanding the full spectrum of withdrawal symptoms is crucial for patient management.

    Observation:

    • A patient developed severe withdrawal symptoms after Diazepam (a tranquilizer) addiction.
    • Symptoms included tremulousness, irritability, muscle cramps, insomnia, and photophobia.
    • Psychotic features such as visual hallucinations, illusions, and paranoia were also observed.

    Findings:

    • Diazepam withdrawal can manifest with significant physical and psychological distress.

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  • A combination of gradual dose reduction and adjunctive medications (tranquilizer, anticonvulsant, muscle relaxant) was effective for management.
  • This case underscores the addictive potential of Diazepam.

    • Implications:

    • Physicians should be aware of Diazepam's addictive properties and potential for abuse.
    • Restrictions on the indiscriminate prescription of Diazepam may be warranted.
    • Further research into benzodiazepine dependence and safer prescribing practices is needed.