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Retrospective analysis of a gabapentin high dose taper compared to lorazepam in acute inpatient alcohol withdrawal

Matthew MorrisonDepartment of Pharmacy Services, Hartford Hospital, Hartford, CT, USACorrespondence[email protected]
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Elizabeth UdehDepartment of Pharmacy Services, Hartford Hospital, Hartford, CT, USAView further author information
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Michelle BurakDepartment of Pharmacy Services, Hartford Hospital, Hartford, CT, USAView further author information
Pages 385-391 | Received 29 Jul 2018, Accepted 27 Mar 2019, Published online: 16 Apr 2019

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