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[In-hospital withdrawal of benzodiazepines in long term users : a bad idea with good intentions].
Revue Médicale Suisse 2023 September 14
Benzodiazepines are among the most frequently prescribed medications in Switzerland, particularly in the elderly. Due to their unfavourable side effect profile, especially in the elderly population, this class of medication should not be prescribed for the treatment of insomnia or non-refractory anxiety disorders. A gradual withdrawal procedure, which is safe and effective according to the literature, should be offered to the patient taking such medication, with adequate monitoring of withdrawal symptoms. This procedure should, in principle, be performed in an outpatient setting but may be initiated in the hospital after discussion with the patient and the primary care physician.
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