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Xanax

Updated: Feb 20, 2023

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1. Xanax 0.25mg tablet

(white/oval/imprint:‘ Xanax,’ ‘0.25’)

2. Xanax 0.5mg tablet

(peach/ oval/ imprint: ‘Xanax,’ ‘0.5’)

3. Xanax 1mg tablet

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Xanax 2mg tablet

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Overview:

Xanax(Alprazolam) is a common drug to relieve symptoms of anxiety and other panic disorders caused by depression. However, Xanax can result in addiction; therefore, in many countries, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, Xanax is part of a group of prescription drugs called benzodiazepines. In other words, Xanax is only legally available by prescription. It is equally important to note that Xanax increases the risk of addiction in patients, which may lead to long-term abuse if you are confident that the addiction will always lead to long-term abuse.


Medical Uses:

Xanax is mainly used to treat anxiety disorders and panic disorders, including sudden attacks of fear. Moreover, Xanax can relieve nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy.


Side-effects:

  1. Drowsiness

  2. Dizziness

  3. Disinhibition

  4. Increased saliva production

  5. Change in sex drive

  6. Lightheadedness

  7. Slurred speech

  8. Seizures

  9. Anterograde amnesia

  10. Concentration problems

  11. Respiratory depression

  12. Vertigo

  13. Urinary retention

  14. Mental or mood changes (e.g., hallucinations, thoughts of suicide)

Paradoxical reactions:

  1. Drunk sensation

  2. Excitation

  3. Aggression

  4. Manic syndrome

  5. Restlessness

  6. Rage

  7. Fasciculations

  8. Psychomotor agitation

  9. Hyperactivity


Drug interactions:

Please be aware that drug interaction could increase the risk for serious side effects, so please make a list of all drugs/medicines you use and share it with your doctor and pharmacist.

Drugs listed below can cause drug interactions with Xanax:

  1. Viagra

  2. Gabapentin

  3. Adderall

  4. Sleeping Pills

  5. Antiretrovial medicines

  6. Seizures treatment drugs

  7. Fluoxetine

  8. Ketoconazole

  9. Cocaine

  10. Heroin

  11. Marijuana

  12. Alcohol

  13. Caffeine

  14. Grapefruit Juice


Dosing:

Please follow the medical order; if you notice any serious allergic reaction, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately.


Notes:

Make sure you tell your doctor or pharmacist about any allergies that you have. Similarly, let them know your family medical history and all of the medicines you are taking or used to take. Besides, it is illegal and prohibited to share Xanax with other people. Lastly, be sure you get medical tests, such as liver function tests, in order to guarantee your health.

 

Citation:

"Alprazolam." MedlinePlus, medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a684001.html. Accessed 26 Dec. 2022.


Caporuscio, Jessica. "Side Effects of Xanax: What You Need to Know." healthline, 23 Nov. 2022, www.healthline.com/health/drugs/xanax-side-effects.


Durbin, Kaci. "Xanax." Drugs.com, 1 Dec. 2021, www.drugs.com/xanax.html.


"Xanax - Uses, Side Effects, and More." WebMD, www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-9824/xanax-oral/details. Accessed 15 Dec. 2022.


Xanax alprazolam tablets. www.xanax.com/. Accessed 26 Dec. 2022.




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