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ketamine and Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures

ketamine has been researched along with Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures in 2 studies

Ketamine: A cyclohexanone derivative used for induction of anesthesia. Its mechanism of action is not well understood, but ketamine can block NMDA receptors (RECEPTORS, N-METHYL-D-ASPARTATE) and may interact with sigma receptors.
ketamine : A member of the class of cyclohexanones in which one of the hydrogens at position 2 is substituted by a 2-chlorophenyl group, while the other is substituted by a methylamino group.

Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures: A condition where seizures occur in association with ethanol abuse (ALCOHOLISM) without other identifiable causes. Seizures usually occur within the first 6-48 hours after the cessation of alcohol intake, but may occur during periods of alcohol intoxication. Single generalized tonic-clonic motor seizures are the most common subtype, however, STATUS EPILEPTICUS may occur. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1174)

Research Excerpts

ExcerptRelevanceReference
"Problematic compounds may cause seizures either acutely or on withdrawal: Their use may reduce effectiveness of antiepileptic drugs, or may simply promote and enhance chaotic lifestyles."2.48Alcohol and drugs in epilepsy: pathophysiology, presentation, possibilities, and prevention. ( Borland, W; Leach, JP; Mohanraj, R, 2012)

Research

Studies (2)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19900 (0.00)18.7374
1990's0 (0.00)18.2507
2000's0 (0.00)29.6817
2010's2 (100.00)24.3611
2020's0 (0.00)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Shah, P1
McDowell, M1
Ebisu, R1
Hanif, T1
Toerne, T1
Leach, JP1
Mohanraj, R1
Borland, W1

Reviews

1 review available for ketamine and Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures

ArticleYear
Alcohol and drugs in epilepsy: pathophysiology, presentation, possibilities, and prevention.
    Epilepsia, 2012, Volume: 53 Suppl 4

    Topics: Alcohol Drinking; Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures; Alcoholism; Amphetamine-Related Disorders; Benzodiaze

2012

Other Studies

1 other study available for ketamine and Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures

ArticleYear
Adjunctive Use of Ketamine for Benzodiazepine-Resistant Severe Alcohol Withdrawal: a Retrospective Evaluation.
    Journal of medical toxicology : official journal of the American College of Medical Toxicology, 2018, Volume: 14, Issue:3

    Topics: Adult; Aged; Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures; Benzodiazepines; Blood Alcohol Content; Central Nervous Sy

2018
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