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