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Loading dose of diazepam for alcohol withdrawal is?

A
80mg
B
50mg
C
40mg
D
20mg
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. D. 20mgRigid:10 mg four times dailyFlexible:10 mg every 4-6 hours asneeded based on symptoms to a maximum of 60 mg/dayFront loading:20 mg every 2-4 hours until sedation is achieved; then 10 mg every 4-6 hours as needed to a maximum of 60 mg/day

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