Xanax Anxiety Medication
Xanax (alprazolam) is used to treat anxiety disorders and panic attacks. Alprazolam is in a class of medications called benzodiazepines. It works by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain.
Xanax (alprazolam) is a short-acting drug of the benzodiazepine class used to treat moderate to severe anxiety disorders, panic attacks, and as an adjunctive treatment for anxiety associated with clinical depression.
Xanax (alprazolam) is FDA-approved for the short term treatment (up to 8 weeks) of panic disorder, with or without agoraphobia. It is very effective in preventing moderate to severe anxiety, essential tremor, panic attacks and other types of convulsive behaviors.
Xanax 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.
Xanax Dosage
Follow the directions for using Xanax drug as provided by your doctor.
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