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Xanax Xr is used to treat the panic and anxiety symptoms associated with panic disorder. Alprazolam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines. These medicines work directly on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect.
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xanax Xr
Uses
Xanax Xr is used to treat the panic and anxiety symptoms associated with panic disorder. Alprazolam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines. These medicines work directly on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect.
Storage
- Store at room temperature of 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
- Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include: severe drowsiness, severe confusion, loss of coordination, or unconsciousness.
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Niravam , Xanax | Xanax XR |
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Xanax XR (Pharmacia) 0.5mg Qty. 60 |
XANAX XR 1 MG TABLET |
XANAX XR 3 MG TABLET | How
To Use - Take Xanax Xr by mouth once daily usually in the morning; or as directed by your doctor.
- Xanax Xr should be swallowed whole; do not crush or chew the tablets.
- Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while being treated with Xanax Xr unless your doctor instructs you otherwise.
- Use Xanax Xr exactly as prescribed.
- Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed, because Xanax Xr may be habit forming.
- If using Xanax Xr for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop taking Xanax Xr without consulting your doctor.
- Some conditions may become worse when Xanax Xr is suddenly stopped.
- Your dose will need to be gradually decreased to avoid side effects such as seizures.
- When used for an extended period, Xanax Xr may not work as well and may require different dosing.
- Talk with your doctor if Xanax Xr stops working well.
Side
Effects - Drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tiredness, clumsiness, decreased interest in sex, decreased appetite, nausea, constipation, or joint pain may occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
- Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: mental / mood changes, confusion, slurred speech or difficulty speaking, difficulty remembering things.
- An allergic reaction to Xanax Xr is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Xanax Xr should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
- Before using Xanax Xr, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: glaucoma (acute narrow angle), allergy to any other benzodiazepines (e.g., diazepam, lorazepam).
- Before using Xanax Xr, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, lung disease, history of drug dependence, alcohol use, any allergies.
- Xanax Xr may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
- Avoid alcoholic beverages.
- Caution is advised when using Xanax Xr in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of Xanax Xr, especially the drowsiness effect.
- Xanax Xr is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
- Consult your doctor for more details.
- Xanax Xr passes into breast milk.
- Breast-feeding while using Xanax Xr is not recommended.
Missed
Dose - If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Drug
Interactions - Xanax Xr should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), sodium oxybate.
- If you are currently using any of these medications, tell you doctor or pharmacist before starting alprazolam.
- Before using Xanax Xr, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: antidepressants (e.g., nefazodone, fluvoxamine, fluoxetine), anti-seizure medication (e.g., carbamazepine), certain herbal products (e.g., St.
- John s wort, kava), clozapine, cimetidine, fluconazole, HIV medications (e.g., delavirdine, or HIV protease inhibitors such as ritonavir), macrolide antibiotics (e.g., clarithromycin, erythromycin), rifamycins (e.g., rifampin).
- Report all drugs that cause drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep (e.g., sedatives), tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine, or tricyclics such as amitriptyline), anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), muscle relaxants, antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine).
- Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that could cause drowsiness.
- Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products.
- See How To Use section for information on drug-food interactions.
- Cigarette smoking decreases blood levels of Xanax Xr (hepatic enzyme induction).
- Tell your doctor if you smoke or if you have recently stopped smoking.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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