Xanax is the brand name of the drug Alprazolam. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines or referred to as “benzones”. Xanax is one of the most prescribed anxiolytic drugs. It works by lowering excessive excitement in the brain.
This article will explain Xanax uses, How does it work, how it is used, and its relevant warnings.
Alprazolam is an anxiolytic medication belonging to the benzodiazepine class of medication. This is the same class that includes diazepam, clonazepam, flurazepam, and others.
Benzodiazepines act on the brain and central nervous system (CNS) by lowering excessive excitement.
They work by enhancing the effect of a neurotransmitter called gamma-aminobutyric acid made in the brain which is responsible for reducing tension and anxiety.
Xanax or Alprazolam is used to manage anxiety disorders and panic disorder (sudden and exaggerated attacks of fear and disturbance) with or without agoraphobia.
However, generally, benzodiazepines are used to treat difficulty sleeping and alcohol withdrawal.
This medication is indicated especially for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) This disorder occurs when a person experiences excessive anxiety or distress for a long period (minimum six months). Other symptoms include:
Panic Disorder occurs when someone develops unexpected and repeated attacks of severe fear. These attacks result in physical symptoms including heart palpitations, chest pain, difficulty breathing, sweating, and nausea.
Xanax is a prescription drug, follow your doctor’s directions carefully.
Xanax comes as a tablet, an extended-release tablet, an orally disintegrating tablet and a concentrated solution to take by mouth. All these forms usually are taken two to four times a day except the extended-release tablet which is taken once daily. Read the prescription label carefully, follow it thoroughly and ask your health care provider to explain any part you do not understand.
This formula of the drug should be taken only with the dropper that comes with your prescription. Bring into the dropper the exact prescribed dose. The solution can be added to a liquid or semisolid food such as water, juice, applesauce, or yoghurt. Mix it gently for a few seconds. Drink or eat the whole mixture at once and do not keep it for future use.
This formula is very sensitive as it’s ready to disintegrate in the mouth.
Pick the tablet from the container just before it is time for your dose. Open the container with dry hands, pick the tablet, and instantly place it on your tongue. The tablet will dissolve simultaneously. However, this tablet can be taken with or without water.
This formula is designed for prolonged periods of action.
Swallow the whole tablet; do not chew, crush, or divide it.
Your doctor will probably advise you with a low dose of alprazolam and increase your dose slowly.
Xanax may be taken daily or on an as-needed basis. Generally, your doctor will specify the lowest effective dose you should take in one day.
Using alprazolam or other benzodiazepine drugs in combination with opioid medications or other sedating medications was found very serious. This combination can result in serious adverse effects including difficulty breathing, apnea and death. Then, individuals who are using benzodiazepines along with opioids, other sedating medications, or alcohol should be very alert for such respiration issues. Caregivers of these individuals also should seek immediate medical attention if they begin to develop dizziness or unusual lightheadedness, extreme sleepiness, unresponsiveness or difficulty breathing.
As a benzodiazepine, Xanax comes with the risk of abuse, dependence, and addiction to the medication. The physical dependence on alprazolam can occur after using the medication for a long period and withdrawal symptoms may occur at stopping alprazolam. However, this chance can be decreased by reducing the dose of the medication gradually when ceasing is needed. Consult your doctor before stopping taking this drug, and do not make any changes to your regimen without consulting him.
Xanax is a prescription medication, follow your healthcare provider instructions carefully.
If used in another way than directed, serious adverse effects may occur including addiction, respiratory inhibition and death. Don’t change your dose nor stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
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