PubMed · 1984 · 64 citations · 0 references
MedicinePharmacologyPharmacotherapyNeuropharmacologyPsychiatric PharmacotherapyPsychopharmacologySeizure DisordersSeizure ManagementStatus EpilepticusWithdrawal ManagementWithdrawal SyndromesBenzodiazepine TreatmentBenzodiazepine Withdrawal SyndromeDelirium Due To IntoxicationDelirium-related AgitationDrug Withdrawal ReactionsDrug-induced DeliriumSeizures During WithdrawalWithdrawal-associated Delirium
A case is reported of delirium and seizures due to the abrupt withdrawal from the benzodiazepine alprazolam. Because of their short half-life, agents such as alprazolam may present a greater risk of withdrawal reactions than longer acting agents.