The DT shakes usually last about 3 to 7 days , but some people can have symptoms for up to 2 weeks or longer in severe cases.

What to know

  • They often start 48 to 96 hours after the last drink.
  • Symptoms can peak around days 2 to 5 and then gradually ease.
  • In some cases, milder symptoms like anxiety, sleep problems, or shakiness can linger for weeks.

Safety note

DTs can be life-threatening , especially if there is confusion, hallucinations, fever, seizures, or a very fast heartbeat. If this is about a real person, urgent medical care is the safest move.

TL;DR: DT shakes are usually worst for a few days and often improve within a week, but they can last longer and need medical attention.