Dominate opioid and xylazine (aka tranq) withdrawal in the hospital with expert insights from Dr. Joseph D’Orazio (@dorazepam) recorded LIVE! at Pennsylvania Hospital Grand Rounds in Philadephia, PA. Xylazine, an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist, has emerged as a frequent contaminant in the opioid supply with a distinct withdrawal syndrome. You’ll learn to manage this common withdrawal syndrome while also addressing acute pain complaints and opioid withdrawal.

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Show Segments

Intro
Xylazine basics
Management of xylazine withdrawal
Opioid withdrawal and acute pain
Outpatient considerations for xylazine
Audience questions
Outro

Credits

Writer and Producer: Matthew Watto MD, FACP
Infographic and Cover Art: Matthew Watto MD, FACP
Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Technical Production: PodPaste
Guest: Joseph D’Orazio MD

Full transcript available HERE

#392 Live! Opioid and Xylazine Withdrawal in the Hospital

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast