Alprazolam Oral tablet

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What is this medicine?

ALPRAZOLAM (al PRAY zoe lam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat anxiety and panic attacks.

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How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. If you have been taking this medicine regularly for some time, do not suddenly stop taking it. You must gradually reduce the dose or you may get severe side effects. Ask your doctor or health care professional for advice. Even after you stop taking this medicine it can still affect your body for several days. Read More ›

Xanax can be used to treat the following conditions:

anxiety
generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
insomnia

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

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What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
confusion, forgetfulness
depression
difficulty sleeping
difficulty speaking
feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
mood changes, excitability or aggressive behavior
muscle cramps
trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
unusually weak or tired

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

change in sex drive or performance
changes in appetite

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What may interact with this medicine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

certain medicines for HIV infection or AIDS
ketoconazole
itraconazole

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

birth control pills
certain macrolide antibiotics like clarithromycin, erythromycin, troleandomycin
cimetidine
cyclosporine
ergotamine
grapefruit juice
herbal or dietary supplements like kava kava, melatonin, dehydroepiandrosterone, DHEA, St. John's Wort or valerian
imatinib, STI-571
isoniazid
levodopa
medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
prescription pain medicines
rifampin, rifapentine, or rifabutin
some medicines for blood pressure or heart problems
some medicines for seizures like carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone

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What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

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Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children. This medicine can be abused. Keep your medicine in a safe place to protect it from theft. Do not share this medicine with anyone. Selling or giving away this medicine is dangerous and against the law.

Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

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What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

an alcohol or drug abuse problem
bipolar disorder, depression, psychosis or other mental health conditions
glaucoma
kidney or liver disease
lung or breathing disease
myasthenia gravis
Parkinson's disease
porphyria
seizures or a history of seizures
suicidal thoughts
an unusual or allergic reaction to alprazolam, other benzodiazepines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding

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What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Your body can become dependent on this medicine. Ask your doctor or health care professional if you still need to take it.

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy and fainting spells, do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. Alcohol may increase dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid alcoholic drinks.

Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds or allergies without asking your doctor or health care professional for advice. Some ingredients can increase possible side effects.

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Who should not take Xanax?

Check with your doctor if you have any of the following:

abrupt discontinuation, anxiety, benzodiazepine dependence, bipolar disorder, breast-feeding, children, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), closed-angle glaucoma, CNS depression, coma, dementia, depression, driving or operating machinery, ethanol intoxication, geriatric, hepatic disease, infants, labor, mania, myasthenia gravis, neonates, obesity, Parkinson's disease, porphyria, pregnancy, psychosis, pulmonary disease, renal failure, renal impairment, respiratory depression, seizure disorder, seizures, shock, sleep apnea, status epilepticus, substance abuse, suicidal ideation

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