I suffer from anxiety and panic attacks. I have been taking 0.25mg of Xanax ONLY when I really need to. Driving is a “trigger” for for my anxiety, hence, I take one pill before driving. I find it helps me to relax, but I am still alert and focused. Without taking Xanax when I drive, I have been so nervous, I have almost had several accidents. Does anyone else taking Xanax while driving?
Taking Xanax before driving?
Question posted by RJLAD on 14 Jan 2022
Last updated on 19 January 2022
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jcuncapher
19 Jan 2022
what you're referring to is called OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired) and you can have your driving privileges taken away if you are caught while doing it... I pretty sure you were warned by the doctor that originally prescribed the medication, also most pharmacist will pull you aside and discuss the side effects with you, and I am also more than sure that the prescription itself has a sticker right on it that clearly states do not to operate a vehicle after taking this medication... you are not only endangering yourself, but others by doing this unsafe and illegal act... I have my son drive me around so that I am not endangering anyone else because of my impaired state after taking them
RJLAD
19 Jan 2022
I appreciate your comment but based on your answer I do not believe you fully understand HOW Xanax effects me……especially while driving. I drive more “impaired” when not taking it as opposed to when I do. I am slo nervous I am unable to focus or even maintain my driving lane at times. I have become so “shaky” I have even had to pull off to the side of the road. I am at more of a risk on the road without Xanax than with it. Xanax (0.25) merely helps me cope with my anxiety while driving. I do not get “sleepy” or “drowsy” let alone reckless.
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