F14.2
GENERAL MEASURES
These patients usually do not require admission.
Beware of depression and assess suicide risk.
Assess and monitor for psychosis.
MEDICINE TREATMENT
No substitute medication available for detoxification.
For severe anxiety, irritability and insomnia:
- Benzodiazepines, short-term, e.g.:
- Diazepam, oral, 5–10 mg 8 hourly for 5–7 days.