Braving Alcohol Withdrawal: Symptoms and Holistic Treatments - Biogetica
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Reviewed by Dr.Vijaykumar Kamat & written by Dr. Shivani Desai.

Alcohol withdrawal can be life-threatening. Alcohol withdrawal can occur when people stop drinking alcohol or reduce it after weeks, months, or even years of heavy drinking. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can last for several weeks.

Causes of Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms

Drinking excessively and for a long time can disrupt the brain’s functioning. Chronic alcohol consumption reduces neurotransmitter activity. Heavy drinkers who suddenly reduce or stop alcohol consumption can experience a rebound in neurotransmitter activity, resulting in brain hyperexcitability. AWS can cause both physical and psychological symptoms.

Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms

Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can appear anywhere from a few hours up to a few days following the last drink. The main symptoms of alcohol withdrawal are:

  • Anxiety
  • Tremors
  • Heart rate increases
  • High blood pressure
  • Confusión
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Headache
  • Insomnia
  • Confusión
  • Sweating and irritation

Extreme hallucinations or delirium can occur in extreme cases.

Treatment

Treatment aims to maintain the patient’s comfort by managing symptoms. Mild cases may be treated at home. You can have a relative or friend watch the person to make sure the symptoms don’t worsen.

Sedatives, also known as benzodiazepines, are available in the conventional system. Vitamins are essential and may be administered to replace vitamins depleted by excessive alcohol consumption.

Alternative therapies, such as Ayurveda or homeopathy, can help reduce the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. Alternative therapies offer a safer alternative to sedatives. Natural herbs support the normal structure and function and detoxify the liver. Supplements can also be used to replenish nutrients lost and calm the brain. Homeopathic products can help calm the mind and stabilize emotions.

About The Author

Dr. Shivani Desai
Dr. Shivani Desai

Dr Shivani R Desai is an MD in Ayurveda. She is considered as one of the leading research scientists in natural medicine today and has published numerous peer reviewed studies. Dr Shivani has joined Biogetica owing to her passion for natural helping people and changing lives. She embodies the Biogetica ideals of bringing nature back to medicine and whole person healing back to mankind.

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