Telemetry for phenobarbital loading for ETOH withdrawal

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Emily Min
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Telemetry for phenobarbital loading for ETOH withdrawal

Hi all,
We currently have a requirement for telementry monitoring during phenobarbital loading when being used to treat alcohol withdrawal (10-15 mg/kg infused over 30 minutes).

We have had a recent request to remove this requirement.

Does anyone out there allow phenobarbital loading without tele? Would like to hear about your experience.

Thank you!