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May 4, 2026Annals of Internal Medicine

In patients receiving benzodiazepines long-term, a web-based education and tapering tool improved cessation vs. usual care

Lucinda B. Leung

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This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a web-based education and tapering tool for benzodiazepine cessation in patients.
Conducted in patients receiving benzodiazepines long-term
Compared a web-based education and tapering tool with usual care
Monitored cessation rates between both groups
The web-based education tool improved cessation rates compared to usual care
Indicates a potential benefit in managing long-term benzodiazepine use

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Web-based education tool improves benzodiazepine cessation in patients, suggesting enhanced treatment options.

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CLINICAL IMPACT RATINGS: Mental Health:[Formula: see text] GIM/FP/GP:[Formula: see text].

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synapsesocial.com/papers/69fbe357164b5133a91a29cb https://doi.org/10.7326/annals-26-01206-jc

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