You’ll find stories directly from other people on their mental health journey as well as the latest information on treatments. If you still have questions about Xanax after reading this article, we recommend that you talk with your medical professional. Together you can decide if Xanax might be a good choice for you. The costs of prescription medications may depend on several factors, such as your insurance coverage and the pharmacy you use. Be sure to talk with your medical professional if you’re concerned about driving or doing other activities while you’re taking Xanax. If you take Xanax during pregnancy, consider enrolling in a pregnancy registry.
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For additional information about allergic reaction, see the “Allergic reaction” section that follows. Do not take itraconazole (Sporanox®) or ketoconazole (Nizoral®) while you are using this medicine. Using any of them together with this medicine may increase the chance of serious side effects. If you are using the orally disintegrating tablet, make sure your hands are dry before you handle the tablet. Do not remove the tablets from the bottle until you are ready to take it. Place the tablet immediately on the top of your tongue.
Your doctor may increase your dosage again and then reduce it more slowly. However, if you have serious withdrawal symptoms, contact your doctor right away. If your symptoms feel life threatening, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.
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CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
Do not give Xanax to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about Xanax that is written for health professionals. Xanax is in a category of drugs called benzodiazepines. Benzodiazepines are medications that help calm the mind and the body down, make you sleepy, and help with anxiety and muscle tension.
{Alprazolam is rapidly absorbed; peak plasma concentrations are observed 1 to 2 hours after administration. Keep this medication out of reach of children and pets. Misuse of this medication is dangerous and against the law. Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.}
