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