New Benzodiazepine Tapering Guideline Emphasizes Patient-Centered Approach
June 17, 2025
June 17, 2025
CHEVY CHASE, Maryland, June 17 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Society of Addiction Medicine posted the following news release:
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New Benzodiazepine Tapering Guideline Emphasizes Patient-Centered Approach
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\- Developed in response to concerns about risks of long-term benzodiazepine use and clinical uncertainties on how to safely accomplish benzodiazepine taper
\- Recommends slow taper (starting with a 5-10% daily dose . . .
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New Benzodiazepine Tapering Guideline Emphasizes Patient-Centered Approach
*
\- Developed in response to concerns about risks of long-term benzodiazepine use and clinical uncertainties on how to safely accomplish benzodiazepine taper
\- Recommends slow taper (starting with a 5-10% daily dose . . .