Comparing Alprazolam vs Xanax
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Alprazolam effectively relieves anxiety; however, it is addictive and withdrawal symptoms can be severe. Prescribed for Anxiety, Panic Disorder. May also be prescribed off label for Borderline... View more |
Xanax may be used for the treatment of anxiety or panic disorder; however, it is addictive and withdrawal symptoms can be severe. Prescribed for Anxiety, Panic Disorder. Xanax may also be used for... View more |
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Prescription only |
Prescription only |
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Ratings & Reviews |
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Side Effects |
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Commonly reported side effects include: ataxia, cognitive dysfunction, constipation, depression, difficulty in micturition, drowsiness, dysarthria, fatigue, headache, memory impairment, menstrual disease, nervousness, sedated state, skin rash, tremor, weight gain, weight loss, anxiety, blurred vision, diarrhea, insomnia, decreased libido, increased appetite, irritability, and decreased appetite. See the full alprazolam side effects document. |
Common side effects include: ataxia, cognitive dysfunction, constipation, difficulty in micturition, drowsiness, dysarthria, fatigue, memory impairment, skin rash, weight gain, weight loss, anxiety, blurred vision, diarrhea, insomnia, decreased libido, increased appetite, and decreased appetite. See the full Xanax side effects document. |
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Pricing and Coupons* Prices are without insurance |
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View all alprazolam prices |
View all Xanax prices and generic prices |
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Generic Availability |
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Yes (this medicine) |
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Brand Names |
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| Alprazolam Intensol, Xanax, Xanax XR | Other alprazolam brands include: Alprazolam Intensol, Xanax XR | ||||||||||||||||
Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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20 hours |
20 hours |
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CSA Schedule**View glossary of terms. |
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Some potential for abuse
Has a low potential for abuse relative to those in schedule 3. It has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. Abuse may lead to limited physical dependence or psychological dependence relative to those in schedule 3. |
Some potential for abuse
Has a low potential for abuse relative to those in schedule 3. It has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. Abuse may lead to limited physical dependence or psychological dependence relative to those in schedule 3. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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Category D
Positive evidence of risk
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
Category D
Positive evidence of risk
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 497 drugs are known to interact with alprazolam:
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A total of 497 drugs are known to interact with Xanax:
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First Approval Date |
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October 16, 1981 |
October 16, 1981 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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N/A |
N/A |
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More Information |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
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