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