Unprecedented sedative requirements during delirium tremens.
A 34-yr-old male in delirium tremens required a total of 2640 mg iv diazepam for adequate sedation. Doses of benzodiazepines clearly must be individualized, and doses higher than those currently recommended may be required.
D000328:Adult; D000430:Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium / Q000188:drug therapy*; D003975:Diazepam / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D004305:Dose-Response Relationship, Drug; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D006801:Humans; D007275:Injections, Intravenous; D008297:Male; D011604:Psychoses, Alcoholic / Q000188:drug therapy*
D003975:Diazepam