alprazolam 90 2mg 140
(al PRAH zoe lam)
Xanax, Xanax XR
What is the most important information I should know about alprazolam?
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Alprazolam will cause drowsiness and may cause dizziness alprazolam 90 2mg 140. If youexperience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Avoid alcohol while taking alprazolam alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Alcohol may increase drowsinessand dizziness caused by alprazolam alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the extended-release form alprazolam (XanaxXR) alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Swallow them whole alprazolam 90 2mg 140. These tablets are specially formulated to release themedication slowly in the body alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Alprazolam is habit forming alprazolam 90 2mg 140. You can become physically and psychologicallydependent on the medication alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Do not take more than the prescribed amount ofmedication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Withdrawaleffects may occur if alprazolam is stopped suddenly after several weeks of continuoususe alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Seizures may be a side effect of sudden discontinuation of the medication alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reduction in dose alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
What is alprazolam?
• Alprazolam is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Alprazolamaffects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Alprazolam is used to relieve anxiety, nervousness, and tension associatedwith anxiety disorders alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Alprazolam is also used to treat panic disorders alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Alprazolam may also be used for purposes other than those listed in thismedication guide alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking alprazolam?
• Do not take alprazolam if you have narrow-angle glaucoma alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Alprazolammay worsen this condition alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you
· have kidney disease;
· have liver disease;
· have a history of alcohol or drug abuse;
· have asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or another respiratory disease;
· are depressed or have suicidal thoughts; or
· have mania, bipolar disorder, or another psychiatric condition (otherthan anxiety or panic disorder) alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• You may not be able to take alprazolam, or you may require a dosage adjustmentor special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listedabove alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Alprazolam is in the FDA pregnancy category D alprazolam 90 2mg 140. This means that alprazolamis known to be harmful to an unborn baby alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Do not take this medication withoutfirst talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant duringtreatment alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• It is not known whether alprazolam passes into breast milk alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Do not takealprazolam without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding ababy alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• If you are over 65 years of age, you may be more likely to experienceside effects from alprazolam alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Your doctor may prescribe a lower dose of themedication alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
How should I take alprazolam?
• Take alprazolam exactly as directed by your doctor alprazolam 90 2mg 140. If you do not understandthese instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them toyou alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the extended-release form alprazolam (XanaxXR) alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Swallow them whole alprazolam 90 2mg 140. These tablets are specially formulated to release themedication slowly in the body alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Do not take more of the medication than is prescribed for you alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Alprazolam is habit forming alprazolam 90 2mg 140. You can become physically and psychologicallydependent on the medication alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Do not take more than the prescribed amount ofmedication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Withdrawaleffects may occur if alprazolam is stopped suddenly after several weeks of continuoususe alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Seizures may be a side effect of sudden discontinuation of the medication alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reduction in dose alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Store alprazolam at room temperature away from moisture and heat alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember alprazolam 90 2mg 140. However, if it is almosttime for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularlyscheduled dose alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Do not take a double dose of this medication alprazolam 90 2mg 140. A double dosecould be dangerous alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Symptoms of an alprazolam overdose include sleepiness, dizziness, confusion,a slow heart beat, difficulty breathing, difficulty walking and talking, anappearance of being drunk, and unconsciousness alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
What should I avoid while taking alprazolam?
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Alprazolam will cause drowsiness and may cause dizziness alprazolam 90 2mg 140. If youexperience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Avoid alcohol while taking alprazolam alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Alcohol may increase drowsinessand dizziness caused by alprazolam alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Alprazolam may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness,including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treatinsomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and musclerelaxants alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and donot take any other medicine without first talking to your doctor alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
What are the possible side effects of alprazolam?
• If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop takingalprazolam and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
· an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat;swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; or hives);
· sores in the mouth or throat;
· yellowing of the skin or eyes;
· a rash;
· hallucinations or severe confusion; or
· changes in vision alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Continueto take alprazolam and talk to your doctor if you experience
· drowsiness, dizziness, or clumsiness;
· depression;
· nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation;
· difficulty urinating;
· vivid dreams;
· headache;
· dry mouth;
· decreased sex drive; or
· changes in behavior alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
What other drugs will affect alprazolam?
• Do not take ketoconazole (Nizoral) or itraconazole (Sporanox) duringtreatment with alprazolam without first talking to your doctor alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Alprazolam may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness,including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treatinsomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and musclerelaxants alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and donot take any medicine without first talking to your doctor alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Antacids may decrease the effects of alprazolam alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Separate doses of anantacid and alprazolam by several hours whenever possible alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with alprazolam alprazolam 90 2mg 140. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-countermedicines, including herbal products alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about alprazolam written forhealth professionals that you may read alprazolam 90 2mg 140.
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