Abstract

ALCOHOL WITHDRAWAL OR DEPENDANCE SYNDROME AND EPILEPSY IN GENERAL

Dr. K.P. Saravana Prakash*, and P. Jeyaprabha M. Pharm, Justin Shaji Pharm. D, Jobson P. Joseph Pharm. D, Nabeel Babu Pharm. D. and Dr. V. Ganesan., M Pharm, PhD

ABSTRACT

Background: Alcohol is a predominant beverage that rolling out throughout the world, and has a hysterical influence in the human beings. But it shows a great role in substance use disorders. Alcoholic beverages are consumed around the world as an acceptable part of many recreational and ceremonial activities. Low to moderate use of alcohol may facilitate socialization, as it reduces anxiety and has a disinhibiting effect on social behaviors. Alcohol use disorders continue to be a concerning health issue worldwide. Harmful alcohol use leads to 2.5 million deaths annually worldwide[1]. Each year more than 1% of gross national product in high income &middle-income countries spend on alcohol national wide. The Alcohol related disorders are not only related to individuals but also harmful for those who associated with individual also. Usage of alcohol mainly causes Alcohol dependence syndrome, Alcohol Intoxication, Alcohol Withdrawal syndrome and Alcohol related seizures.

Keywords: Alcohol Use Disorders, Alcoholism, Alcohol withdrawal syndrome, CAGE questionnaire.