Ahmed S, Chadwick D, Walker R J
University Hospital Aintree, Liverpool L9 7AL.
Hosp Med. 2000 Nov;61(11):793-6. doi: 10.12968/hosp.2000.61.11.1466.
Alcohol-withdrawal seizures are one of the common medical emergencies. The seizures are generalized and usually occur abruptly between 6-8 hours after cessation of alcohol use (peak 12-24 hours). These patients are often uncooperative and therefore need careful assessment. Lorazepam is the first-line drug for termination and prophylaxis of alcohol-withdrawal seizures.