A Retrospective Study of the Adjunctive Use of Gabapentin With Benzodiazepines for the Treatment of Benzodiazepine Withdrawal.

Benzodiazepine withdrawal is a widespread problem with potentially severe and deadly consequences. Currently, the only medications available for treating benzodiazepine withdrawal are short-acting and long-acting benzodiazepines. Identifying other drugs to help in treating benzodiazepine withdrawal is necessary.