O uso indiscriminado de benzodiazepínicos: uma análise crítica das práticas de prescrição, dispensação e uso prolongado

Abstract

This study aimed to understand the practice of prescribing, dispensing and prolonged use of benzodiazepines, from a literature search of major studies in the literature on the subject. The authors were chosen by the technique of snowball, totaling 23 works studied. The research findings were that most studies reported frequent obtaining prescription of benzodiazepines for request made to doctors, without formal consultation. Indicate that users have a history of prolonged use (2 to 8 years) for purposes other than just therapy. They also emphasized the ability to buy the medication and lack of medical advice on the care needed during the treatment. The study suggests that the occurrence of abuse involves not only the control system of the dispensation, but a number of other factors, including the attitudes of health professionals.