Question 1

can you get depressed from alcohol withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Yes?: Not an easy answer, many people drink to feel better however it will usually only make these feeling worse, at best it numbs the feeling such as depression but really only makes it worse. Granted you may feel more depressed when you stop, but really you are not numb anymore and just feeling, your need to talk to someone like a doctor or counselor to help figure out your next step without alcohol.

Question 2

could i get alcohol withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Don't know what your risk factors are.

Question 3

where can i get alcohol withdrawal medicine for free?

Accepted Answer

Medicines for : Withdrawal are not expensive but they are controlled. You need medical supervision too.

Question 4

do you always get sweats and shaking in alcohol withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Most people will: Most people who drink too much and have actual withdrawals will get those 2 symptoms to some degree. For some they may be more severe depending on factors such as the amount of alcohol comsumed prior. Some people may get more severe symptoms such a dt's, hallucinations and seizure.

Question 5

how long would that take to get rid of alcohol withdrawal symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Depends,: If you are an inpatient receiving detox medication your symptoms could be decreased considerably within hours. If you are drinking heavily and stop suddenly and take no mediation for detox you could have symptoms lasting 5-7 days. It is much safer to do this while under care of your family md or  psychiatrist.

Question 6

i think i am going threw alcohol withdrawal... i had a bad year and started drinking a lot now when i stop i get shaky and light headed and highblod p?

Accepted Answer

Please have someone: Take you to the emergency room if you are withdrawing now. This can be a real threat to your health and sometimes even to your life.

Question 7

what kind of pills or treatment can somebody get for alcohol withdrawal syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Careful!!: Alcohol withdrawal can be fatal.  You need to be monitored by a physician, in the er or outpatient or in a detox.

Question 8

does alcohol withdrawal feel like bugs crawling?

Accepted Answer

Very Dangerous: Alcohol withdrawal that reaches the point where there are any hallucinations including tactile, such as bugs crawling on skin, is a red flag for what is called delirium tremens (dts) which is a life-threatening, emergency situation. Immediate medical intervention and monitoring is required. Dts can have an onset up to 7 days after ones last drink.

Question 9

how long would my alcohol withdrawal effects last?

Accepted Answer

Three days: Often these are gone in 72 hours.  However, this depends on you frequency and amount of use as well as your general physical condition.  Alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous.  If you are a heavy user, get medical help with withdrawal.

Question 10

is it possible to experience alcohol withdrawal in hours?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: Alcohol withdrawal usually takes place in 2-4 days, but as early as 24 hours, but not earlier normally.

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