Most often the recommended reduction from
the initial BZD daily dose was 50% per week. Among those
participants with the highest initial BZD dose, e.g. more
than twice the age-related defined daily dose (DDD) [29],
the initial dose was reduced by 25% per week from the
initial daily dose. Furthermore, the physician informed participants
about possible withdrawal symptoms.
the initial BZD daily dose was 50% per week