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What does Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome have to do with COVID-19? Many states have considered liquor stores non-essential and as a result, people may not be able to drink as they normally would. Alcohol withdrawal can be a serious and life-threatening condition where benzodiazepines and barbiturates are standard of care. Recent evidence has emerged with ketamine as a potential option for patients with severe withdrawal. This podcast will discuss its potential place in practice, along with practical considerations, such as dosing and monitoring. David Zimmerman will be serving as the interviewer.
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What does Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome have to do with COVID-19? Many states have considered liquor stores non-essential and as a result, people may not be able to drink as they normally would. Alcohol withdrawal can be a serious and life-threatening condition where benzodiazepines and barbiturates are standard of care. Recent evidence has emerged with ketamine as a potential option for patients with severe withdrawal. This podcast will discuss its potential place in practice, along with practical considerations, such as dosing and monitoring. David Zimmerman will be serving as the interviewer.

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