alprazolam 2mg
(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 2mg. Alprazolam will cause drowsiness and may cause dizziness alprazolam 2mg. If youexperience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities alprazolam 2mg.
• Avoid alcohol while taking alprazolam alprazolam 2mg. Alcohol may increase drowsinessand dizziness caused by alprazolam alprazolam 2mg.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the extended-release form alprazolam (XanaxXR) alprazolam 2mg. Swallow them whole alprazolam 2mg. These tablets are specially formulated to release themedication slowly in the body alprazolam 2mg.
• Alprazolam is habit forming alprazolam 2mg. You can become physically and psychologicallydependent on the medication alprazolam 2mg. Do not take more than the prescribed amount ofmedication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor alprazolam 2mg. Withdrawaleffects may occur if alprazolam is stopped suddenly after several weeks of continuoususe alprazolam 2mg. Seizures may be a side effect of sudden discontinuation of the medication alprazolam 2mg. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reduction in dose alprazolam 2mg.
What is alprazolam?
• Alprazolam is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines alprazolam 2mg. Alprazolamaffects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety alprazolam 2mg.
• Alprazolam is used to relieve anxiety, nervousness, and tension associatedwith anxiety disorders alprazolam 2mg. Alprazolam is also used to treat panic disorders alprazolam 2mg.
• Alprazolam may also be used for purposes other than those listed in thismedication guide alprazolam 2mg.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking alprazolam?
• Do not take alprazolam if you have narrow-angle glaucoma alprazolam 2mg. Alprazolammay worsen this condition alprazolam 2mg.
• 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 2mg.
• 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 2mg.
• Alprazolam is in the FDA pregnancy category D alprazolam 2mg. This means that alprazolamis known to be harmful to an unborn baby alprazolam 2mg. Do not take this medication withoutfirst talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant duringtreatment alprazolam 2mg.
• It is not known whether alprazolam passes into breast milk alprazolam 2mg. Do not takealprazolam without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding ababy alprazolam 2mg.
• If you are over 65 years of age, you may be more likely to experienceside effects from alprazolam alprazolam 2mg. Your doctor may prescribe a lower dose of themedication alprazolam 2mg.
How should I take alprazolam?
• Take alprazolam exactly as directed by your doctor alprazolam 2mg. If you do not understandthese instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them toyou alprazolam 2mg.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water alprazolam 2mg.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the extended-release form alprazolam (XanaxXR) alprazolam 2mg. Swallow them whole alprazolam 2mg. These tablets are specially formulated to release themedication slowly in the body alprazolam 2mg.
• Do not take more of the medication than is prescribed for you alprazolam 2mg.
• Alprazolam is habit forming alprazolam 2mg. You can become physically and psychologicallydependent on the medication alprazolam 2mg. Do not take more than the prescribed amount ofmedication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor alprazolam 2mg. Withdrawaleffects may occur if alprazolam is stopped suddenly after several weeks of continuoususe alprazolam 2mg. Seizures may be a side effect of sudden discontinuation of the medication alprazolam 2mg. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reduction in dose alprazolam 2mg.
• Store alprazolam at room temperature away from moisture and heat alprazolam 2mg.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember alprazolam 2mg. However, if it is almosttime for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularlyscheduled dose alprazolam 2mg. Do not take a double dose of this medication alprazolam 2mg. A double dosecould be dangerous alprazolam 2mg.
What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected alprazolam 2mg.
• 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 2mg.
What should I avoid while taking alprazolam?
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities alprazolam 2mg. Alprazolam will cause drowsiness and may cause dizziness alprazolam 2mg. If youexperience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities alprazolam 2mg.
• Avoid alcohol while taking alprazolam alprazolam 2mg. Alcohol may increase drowsinessand dizziness caused by alprazolam alprazolam 2mg.
• 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 2mg. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and donot take any other medicine without first talking to your doctor alprazolam 2mg.
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 2mg.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur alprazolam 2mg. 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 2mg.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur alprazolam 2mg. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome alprazolam 2mg.
What other drugs will affect alprazolam?
• Do not take ketoconazole (Nizoral) or itraconazole (Sporanox) duringtreatment with alprazolam without first talking to your doctor alprazolam 2mg.
• 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 2mg. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and donot take any medicine without first talking to your doctor alprazolam 2mg.
• Antacids may decrease the effects of alprazolam alprazolam 2mg. Separate doses of anantacid and alprazolam by several hours whenever possible alprazolam 2mg.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with alprazolam alprazolam 2mg. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-countermedicines, including herbal products alprazolam 2mg.
Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about alprazolam written forhealth professionals that you may read alprazolam 2mg.
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