DTB: Vol 22, No 2. April - June 2014

Strategies for discontinuing benzodiazepines

A simple approach to deprescription of benzodiazepines is effective and long lasting. This approach involves adequately informing the patient on the need to reduce consumption, giving written detailed instructions on withdrawal, pointing out the possible withdrawal effects and solutions for them

 Authors:

  • Ana Azparren. Pharmacist. Drug Prescribing Service. Navarre Health Service, Spain
  • Isabel García. Pharmacist. Drug Prescribing Service. Navarre Health Service, Spain
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