 
Synonyms:
Alprazolam
DRUG USE
Xanax (Alprazolam) is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety and panic
disorder. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by
your doctor.
HOW TO TAKE
Follow the directions for using Xanax (Alprazolam) provided by your doctor. AVOID
DRINKING GRAPEFRUIT JUICE while taking Xanax. STORE Alprazolam at
room temperature, away from heat and light.
SIDE EFFECTS
SIDE EFFECTS that may go away during treatment, include excessive daytime
drowsiness, unusual weakness, dizziness, lightheadedness, headache,
clumsiness, or unsteadiness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
MISSED DOSE
IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF Xanax (Alprazolam) and you are using it regularly, take it
as soon as possible. If you do not remember until later, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at
once.
PRECAUTIONS
DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take Alprazolam for longer than
prescribed. Exceeding the recommended dose or taking Xanax for
longer than prescribed may be habit-forming. Xanax (Alprazolam) MAY CAUSE
drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything
else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Alprazolam. Xanax WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS of other medicines and alcohol. Ask
your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines can cause
drowsiness.
FOR WOMEN: Xanax (Alprazolam) HAS BEEN SHOWN TO CAUSE HARM to the
human fetus. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the
benefits and risks of using Alprazolam during pregnancy. Xanax IS
EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking Xanax (Alprazolam).
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine
from doing its job. Taking Xanax with CAFFEINE may
result in the Alprazolam not working as well for you. Alprazolam may interact
with certain foods. These foods containing caffeine include but are not
limited to coffee, soft drinks, and chocolate. It is recommended to avoid or
reduce caffeine at nighttime if you are taking Alprazolam to help you sleep.
STORAGE
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away
from light and moisture. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of
children.
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