Catatonia in mixed alcohol and benzodiazepine withdrawal

J Pharmacol Pharmacother. 2014 Oct;5(4):261-4. doi: 10.4103/0976-500X.142449.

Abstract

Catatonia is mostly caused by different neuropsychiatric conditions. We report a case of a 30 year old man suffering from both alcohol and benzodiazepine dependence who exhibited catatonic features soon after stopping the intake of substances. This case will help clinicians to recognize catatonic features within the varied symptomatology of substance withdrawal and thereby helping in its early diagnosis and management.

Keywords: Alcohol; benzodiazepine; catatonia; withdrawal.

Publication types

  • Case Reports