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