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Whenever anxiety is talked about, one wants to know the cure. Alprazolam is a drug, which is consumed by the anxiety patience only on the prescription of the doctor. Alprazolam or generic xanax medication chemically enhances the action of human body. Alprazolam is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Alprazolam affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety. It is used to relieve anxiety, nervousness, and tension associated with anxiety disorders. Alprazolam is also used to treat panic disorders. Alprazolam is habit forming. You can become physically and psychologically dependent on the medication. Do not take more than the prescribed amount of medication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor. Withdrawal effects may occur if alprazolam is stopped suddenly after several weeks of continuous use. Seizures may be a side effect of sudden discontinuation of the medication. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reduction in dose. Do not crush, chew, or break the extended-release form alprazolam (Xanax XR). Swallow them whole. These tablets are specially formulated to release the medication slowly in the body.


DOSAGE OF THE MEDICINE

(1) Miss a dose: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication. A double dose could be dangerous.

(2) Overdose: Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of an Overdose include sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, a slow heartbeat, difficulty breathing, difficulty I talking and walking, uneasiness, and so on.


SIDE EFFECTS OF THE MEDICINE

The most frequently reported are drowsiness, coordination difficulties with dizziness. Release of hostility and other paradoxical effects such as irritability, excitability and hallucinations are known to occur with the use of benzodiazepines.

Other side effects less frequently reported are:
Blurred vision, headache, seizures, slurred speech, and difficulty in depth perception. Agitation, mental confusion, depression, irritability, nervousness, sleeps disturbances, euphoria, lethargy, and stupor. Dry mouth, nausea, and nonspecific gastrointestinal disturbances, vomiting. Muscle spasm, muscle weakness. Hypertension, palpitations, tachycardia. Pruritus, rash. Incontinence, change in libido. Decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit increased and decreased WBC. Increased and decreased blood sugar levels.


PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

If you are over 65 years of age, you may be more likely to experience side effects from alprazolam. Your doctor may prescribe a lower dose of the medication. You may not be able to take alprazolam, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. Do not take alprazolam if you have narrow-angle glaucoma. Alprazolam may worsen this condition. Alprazolam may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle relaxants.