Publication: Benzodiazepinas: riesgos y estrategias para su retirada
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2014
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Centro Andaluz de Documentación e Información de Medicamentos
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CADIME
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Las BZD y los hipnóticos-Z están indicados para el tratamiento del insomnio y la ansiedad a corto plazo (máximo 4 semanas), a la dosis más baja posible. A pesar de las recomendaciones de uso a corto plazo y de sus efectos desfavorables, el consumo de BZD en nuestro medio es elevado, y en aumento continuo. El uso prolongado se asocia a efectos adversos y riesgos significativos, especialmente en pacientes geriátricos, por lo que debería evitarse al abordar un nuevo tratamiento. Cuando se evalúa un tratamiento anterior, si es inadecuado, se debe contemplar su posible retirada. La retirada de BZD se basa en una reducción gradual de dosis, mediante una relación de confianza entre médico y paciente que favorezca la deshabituación y el éxito del proceso.
Benzodiazepines and hypnotic Z-drugs are indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia and anxiety (4 weeks maximum) at the lowest dose possible. Despite the recommendations for short-term use and its unfavourable effects, the level of consumption of benzodiazepines in our context is high and it is continually rising. Prolonged medication usage is associated with adverse effects and significant risks, particularly in the elderly, and should, therefore, be avoided when approaching new treatment. If a previous treatment assessed is found to be inappropriate, its possible withdrawal must be considered. Benzodiazepines withdrawal is based on a gradual dose reduction and should be managed by establishing a doctor-patient relationship of trust to encourage and accomplish discontinuation.
Benzodiazepines and hypnotic Z-drugs are indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia and anxiety (4 weeks maximum) at the lowest dose possible. Despite the recommendations for short-term use and its unfavourable effects, the level of consumption of benzodiazepines in our context is high and it is continually rising. Prolonged medication usage is associated with adverse effects and significant risks, particularly in the elderly, and should, therefore, be avoided when approaching new treatment. If a previous treatment assessed is found to be inappropriate, its possible withdrawal must be considered. Benzodiazepines withdrawal is based on a gradual dose reduction and should be managed by establishing a doctor-patient relationship of trust to encourage and accomplish discontinuation.
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Medical Subject Headings::Psychiatry and Psychology::Mental Disorders::Anxiety Disorders
Medical Subject Headings::Diseases::Nervous System Diseases::Sleep Disorders::Dyssomnias::Sleep Disorders, Intrinsic::Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders
Medical Subject Headings::Chemicals and Drugs::Heterocyclic Compounds::Heterocyclic Compounds, 2-Ring::Benzazepines::Benzodiazepines
Medical Subject Headings::Chemicals and Drugs::Pharmaceutical Preparations
Medical Subject Headings::Diseases::Nervous System Diseases::Sleep Disorders::Dyssomnias::Sleep Disorders, Intrinsic::Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders
Medical Subject Headings::Chemicals and Drugs::Heterocyclic Compounds::Heterocyclic Compounds, 2-Ring::Benzazepines::Benzodiazepines
Medical Subject Headings::Chemicals and Drugs::Pharmaceutical Preparations
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Sistema nervioso, Ansiedad, Benzodiazepinas, Hipnóticos y sedantes, Trastornos del inicio y del mantenimiento del sueño, Preparaciones farmacéuticas
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CADIME. Benzodiazepinas:riesgos y estrategias para su retirada. Bol Ter Andal 2014; 29(2): 10-16. DOI 10.11119/BTA2014-29-02. [Fecha de consulta]. Disponible en: http://www.cadime.es/es/bta_publicados.cfm