Treatment of alcohol dependence

descriptionPublicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 24 Jul 2009Publisher:Sri Lanka Journals Online (JOL)Journal:Ceylon Medical Journal, volume 54, page 63 (issn: 0009-0875, eissn: 2386-1274,

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Authors: Raveen, Hanwella; Varuni, de Silva;

doi: 10.4038/cmj.v54i2.877

pmid: 19670554

Treatment of alcohol dependence

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Abstract

It is important to manage alcohol withdrawal properly. Mismanagement could lead to permanent brain damage or even death. The principles are simple and easily learnt. New pharmacological agents have come into use which helps in maintaining abstinence. Clinicians should update themselves on their use.

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Taurine, Acamprosate, Narcotic Antagonists, Fructose, Vitamins, Naltrexone, Alcoholism, Neuroprotective Agents, Topiramate, Disulfiram, Humans, Alcohol Deterrents

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