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Xanax Xr is used to treat the panic and anxiety symptoms associated with panic disorder. Alprazolam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines. These medicines work directly on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect.
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xanax Xr
Uses
Xanax Xr is used to treat the panic and anxiety symptoms associated with panic disorder. Alprazolam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines. These medicines work directly on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect.
Storage
- Store at room temperature of 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
- Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include: severe drowsiness, severe confusion, loss of coordination, or unconsciousness.
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How To Use
- Take Xanax Xr by mouth once daily usually in the morning; or as directed by your doctor.
- Xanax Xr should be swallowed whole; do not crush or chew the tablets.
- Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while being treated with Xanax Xr unless your doctor instructs you otherwise.
- Use Xanax Xr exactly as prescribed.
- Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed, because Xanax Xr may be habit forming.
- If using Xanax Xr for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop taking Xanax Xr without consulting your doctor.
- Some conditions may become worse when Xanax Xr is suddenly stopped.
- Your dose will need to be gradually decreased to avoid side effects such as seizures.
- When used for an extended period, Xanax Xr may not work as well and may require different dosing.
- Talk with your doctor if Xanax Xr stops working well.
Side Effects
- Drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tiredness, clumsiness, decreased interest in sex, decreased appetite, nausea, constipation, or joint pain may occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
- Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: mental / mood changes, confusion, slurred speech or difficulty speaking, difficulty remembering things.
- An allergic reaction to Xanax Xr is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Xanax Xr should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
- Before using Xanax Xr, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: glaucoma (acute narrow angle), allergy to any other benzodiazepines (e.g., diazepam, lorazepam).
- Before using Xanax Xr, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, lung disease, history of drug dependence, alcohol use, any allergies.
- Xanax Xr may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
- Avoid alcoholic beverages.
- Caution is advised when using Xanax Xr in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of Xanax Xr, especially the drowsiness effect.
- Xanax Xr is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
- Consult your doctor for more details.
- Xanax Xr passes into breast milk.
- Breast-feeding while using Xanax Xr is not recommended.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Xanax Xr should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), sodium oxybate.
- If you are currently using any of these medications, tell you doctor or pharmacist before starting alprazolam.
- Before using Xanax Xr, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: antidepressants (e.g., nefazodone, fluvoxamine, fluoxetine), anti-seizure medication (e.g., carbamazepine), certain herbal products (e.g., St.
- John s wort, kava), clozapine, cimetidine, fluconazole, HIV medications (e.g., delavirdine, or HIV protease inhibitors such as ritonavir), macrolide antibiotics (e.g., clarithromycin, erythromycin), rifamycins (e.g., rifampin).
- Report all drugs that cause drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep (e.g., sedatives), tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine, or tricyclics such as amitriptyline), anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), muscle relaxants, antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine).
- Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that could cause drowsiness.
- Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products.
- See How To Use section for information on drug-food interactions.
- Cigarette smoking decreases blood levels of Xanax Xr (hepatic enzyme induction).
- Tell your doctor if you smoke or if you have recently stopped smoking.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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Age: 55
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23 March 2007 |
Side Effects
This medication has given me back my life. I have suffered with severe ringing in my rights ear for years, and bouts with vertigo, diagnosed as Meniers Disease. For a few years I took just the regular (Non XR) does at .25 or .50mg as needed. Now with just one single does in the morning of 1.0mg, I feel great, can work all day with no anxiety, also the ringing in my ear has been greatly reduced, and I have not had a Vertigo attack again. I find I can stay off of it on weekends for a couple of days, but my symptoms return if I don't take it on weekdays.
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Xanax can cause daytime drowsyness if I don't get a good nights sleep, so I have to force myself to get to bed in time. By nature I am a night owl. I read where some people get addicted to this drug, personally I have never had a problem stopping taking it, but my body for sure is very used to it. It works very well for me, but I know it has the potential to be abused. Myself I am very carefull to take the minimum dose and never drink while taking it. Again its given me back my life.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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