What is Alprazolam?

What is alprazolam? Alprazolam is a prescription medication which is available as brand name drugs called Alprazolam Intensol, Xanax, or Xanax XR. Alprazolam medications are also available in immediate-release and extended-release forms. The drug also comes in the form of a solution to be taken by mouth. Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine plant (ben-Zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen). It is intended to work by enhancing the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain. Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and anxiety related to depression.

Alprazolam Side effects

The most common side effects of Alprazolam are:

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Blurred vision
• Sleeping problems
• Upset stomach
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Increased sweating
• Dry mouth
• Weight Loss

Some of the serious side effects of Alprazolam are:

Mental health issues. Symptoms include:

• Depressed mood
• Hallucinations

Heart problems. Symptoms include:

• Chest pain
• Abnormal heart
• beat

Movement problems. Symptoms include:

• Uncontrolled muscle movements
• Seizures

Heart problems. Symptoms include:

• Chest pain
• Abnormal heartbeat

If you have any of these serious symptoms immediately contact your doctor for further assistance. In any case, due to Alprazolam if you get any kind of reactions in your body try avoiding it.

A doctor advised you to take the medicines by seeing your problems and the benefits of this medicine are greater than the side effects. Majority of the people who use this medicine don’t show any side effects. Get medical help immediately if you get any serious Alprazolam side effects.

Precautions

Before taking Alprazolam talk with your doctor if you are allergic to it or any other medications. The product may contain some inactive ingredients which can cause some serious problems.

Before using the medication talk with your doctor if you are having any medical history such as:

• Lung or breathing problems
• Liver disease
• Kidney disease
• Glaucoma

How to take Alprazolam?

The tablet, orally disintegrating tablet and concentrated solution are usually taken two to four times a day. The extended-release tablet is taken once a day, usually in the morning. Use only the dropper that came with your prescription to take the concentrated liquid. Insert the amount prescribed for a single dose into the dropper. Squeeze the dropper contents into liquid or semi-solid food such as water, juice, soda, applesauce or pudding. Stir the liquid or food gently for a couple of seconds. The concentrated liquid is completely blended with the food.

Dosage

Dosage for anxiety disorders

Generic: Alprazolam

Form: oral immediate-release tablet (0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg)Form: orally disintegrating tablet (0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg)

Brand: Xanax

Form: oral immediate-release tablet (0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg)

Brand: Alprazolam Intensol

Form: oral solution (1 mg per milliliter)

Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years): 0.25 mg to 0.5 mg three times daily.

Dosage for panic disorder

Generic: Alprazolam

Form: oral immediate-release tablet (0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg)

Form: orally disintegrating tablet orally disintegrating tablet (0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg)

Generic: Alprazolam XR

Form: oral extended-release tablet (0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, 3 mg)

Brand: Xanax

Form: oral immediate-release tablet (0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg)

Brand: Xanax XR

Form: oral extended-release tablet (0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, 3 mg)

Brand: Alprazolam Intensol

Form: oral solution (1 mg/mL)

Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years): 0.5 mg three times daily.

Missed Dose

Missing one or two-dose of Alprazolam won’t show any effect on the body. The skipped dose causes no problem. But with some medication, it won’t work if you don’t take the dosage on time. If you miss a dose some sudden chemical change may affect your body. In some cases, your doctor would advise you to take the prescribed medicine as soon as possible if you have missed the dose.

Overdose

Overdose of a drug can be accidental. If you have taken more than the prescribed Alprazolam tablets there is a chance of getting a harmful effect on your body’s functions. Overdose of a medicine can lead to some medical emergency.

Warnings for some Serious Health Conditions

For people with depression

If you have pre-existing depression, this medicine may make your condition worse. If your depression is getting worse or you have suicidal thoughts, call your doctor right away.

For people with acute narrow-angle glaucoma

For people with liver disease

Storage

Direct contact with heat, air and light may damage your medicines. The exposure of medicine may cause some harmful effects. The medicine must be kept in a safe place and out of children’s reach.

Mainly the drug should be kept at room temperature between 68ºF and 77ºF (20ºC and 25ºC).

Before taking this drug consult your Doctor. In case you face any problems or get any side effects after taking Alprazolam, rush immediately to your nearby hospital or consult your doctor for better treatment. Carry your medications always in your bag while travelling to avoid any immediate emergencies. Follow your prescription and follow your Doctor advice whenever you take Alprazolam.