Benzodiazepines Prescribing Guideline for Substances User Patients
Al Masarra Hospital
Type
Regulatory
Agency
Oman Ministry of Health
Issued on
30 Mar 2023 (corresponding to 8 Ramadan 1444 H)
Jurisdiction
Oman
Taxonomy
Medical Procedure & Treatment, Pharmacy, Drugs & Medicinal Products, Hospitals & Health Care Facilities, Health Professions
Acronyms
AMRH | Al Masarra Hospital |
OPD | Out Patient Department |
BNZ | Benzodiazepines |
ED | Emergency Department |
P.O | Per oral |
I.V | Intravenous |
HS | Take at bed time |
CIWA-b | Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment Scale -benzodiazepines |
LAMA | Leave against medical advice |
1 - Introduction
Benzodiazepines (BNZ) can be prescribed for cases of substances and alcohol use disorders if clinically indicated when benefits outweigh the risk of abuse. Benzodiazepines are preferably given under supervision and for a short duration when prescribed for patients with misuse potentials.