EMA starts review of sodium oxybate in alcohol dependence

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Summary

EMA has initiated a review of sodium oxybate for alcohol dependence to assess its effectiveness in treating alcohol withdrawal and supporting abstinence, and to…

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Diseases / indications

• Alcohol Dependence
• Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome

Drugs mentioned

• Xyrem (Sodium Oxybate)

Snippet

Review will evaluate effectiveness in treating alcohol withdrawal syndrome and supporting abstinence, as well as measures to mitigate risk of abuse