Question
- What is the clinical effectiveness of gabapentin, phenobarbital, diazepam, and lorazepam for the management of individuals with alcohol withdrawal?
- What are the evidence-based guidelines regarding the management of individuals with alcohol withdrawal in the emergency department?
- What are the evidence-based guidelines regarding the provision of addiction services to vulnerable populations with alcohol withdrawal during the coronavirus pandemic?
Key Message
Two systematic reviews and eleven non-randomized studies were identified regarding the clinical effectiveness of gabapentin, phenobarbital, diazepam, and lorazepam for the management of individuals with alcohol withdrawal. Four evidence-based guidelines were identified regarding the management of individuals with alcohol withdrawal in the emergency department. No relevant evidence-based guidelines were identified regarding the provision of addiction services to vulnerable populations with alcohol withdrawal during the coronavirus pandemic.