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Withdrawal Effects Of Namenda

Health Encyclopedia: Alcoholism Treatment For Alcohol Withdrawal

Treatment for Alcohol Withdrawal

When a person with alcoholism stops drinking, withdrawal symptoms begin within 6 - 48 hours and peak about 24 - 35 hours after the last drink. During this period, the inhibition of brain activity caused by alcohol is abruptly reversed. Stress hormones are overproduced, and the central nervous system becomes overexcited. Common symptoms include:

Anxiety
Irritability
Agitation
Insomnia

Additional symptoms may include:

Extremely aggressive behavior
Fever
Rapid heartbeat
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