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Comparing Xanax

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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, Depression. Xanax may also be... View more

Prescription only

Ratings & Reviews

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8.9
693 Reviews

For Anxiety Do not use these daily or you'll become addicted. They are great for the occasional anxiety as they work fast. But the half life is so very very short that you can easily start going into withdrawals after a few days. Be careful with this benzo!

9
Pocariboy

For Anxiety Best medication for anxiety. Kills anxiety instantly and makes you feel good. It’s sedative but it’s worth it.

9
TJ

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Drug Class

Side Effects

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.

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Pricing and Coupons

* Prices are without insurance
Quantity 10 tablet
Dosage 0.25 mg
Per Unit* $3.81
Cost* $38.07

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Generic Availability

Yes

Dosage Form(s) Available
  • Oral tablet

Brand Names
Other alprazolam brands include: Alprazolam Intensol, Niravam, Xanax XR

Half Life

The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

20 hours

CSA Schedule**

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4
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.

Pregnancy Category
D
Category D Positive evidence of risk

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FDA Alerts

FDA Alerts (1)

Drug Interactions

A total of 955 drugs are known to interact with Xanax:

  • 138 major drug interactions (937 brand and generic names)
  • 709 moderate drug interactions (3880 brand and generic names)
  • 108 minor drug interactions (928 brand and generic names)

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions
  • Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with ALPRAZolam and lead to potentially dangerous side... View more

Disease Interactions

First Approval Date

October 16, 1981

WADA Class

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N/A

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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.

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