Xanax withdrawal?

Question

I take 1.5MG of Xanax 3 times a week for social anxiety and mild GAD. Is that too much, and will it cause rebound anxiety?

Answer 1

~good luck~

Answer 2

Xanax is highly addictive. I take 0.5mg every night before bed so I can go to sleep without my mind racing. I told my doctor I'm addicted - doc said okay, but the benefit is worth it. I did stop using Xanax for a period of 2 or 3 weeks without any withdrawal that was unmanageable.

Answer 3

I don't believe that is too much but try to take as little as possible. I've gone through the same thing and they are totally addictive. Once your body gets used to the medicine it'll crave more and more and you'll end up taking way too much and will have a horrible time trying to get off of it (massive panic attacks)! Your body will rebound if you try to get off of it. Your doctor probably didn't tell you any of this because they rarely do let you know what you should.

I recommend a book called "Your Drug May Be Your Problem; How and Why to Stop Taking Psychiatric Medications" by Peter R. Breggin and David Cohen. It is excellent in telling you how to safely come off medications.

As for your anxiety, there are lots of ways of dealing with it other than taking medications. Yoga and taking long hot baths work for me-anything that will relax you. And I've learned that self talk can make all the difference.

Best of luck to you!

Answer 4

What is Xanax? • Xanax is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Xanax affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety. • Xanax is used to relieve anxiety, nervousness, and tension associated with anxiety disorders. Xanax is also used to treat panic disorders. • Xanax may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. What are the possible side effects of Xanax? • If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Xanax and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately: · an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; or hives); · sores in the mouth or throat; · yellowing of the skin or eyes; · a rash; · hallucinations or severe confusion; or · changes in vision. • Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Xanax and talk to your doctor if you experience · drowsiness, dizziness, or clumsiness; · depression; · nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation; · difficulty urinating; · vivid dreams; · headache; · dry mouth; · decreased sex drive; or · changes in behavior. • Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. Xanax 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 Xanax 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.

Answer 5

2 mg is the strongest pill of Xanax. usually a normal dose is 1 mg 3 times a day. The guy who said he takes 90 mgs a day ia a walking dead man. no way,no how. What you are taking is not daily and i see no reason you should have to stop.That is not an addictive amount./ When you take it daily ,when you need to go off of it just cut your dose by one mg a week.No problem

Answer 6

No not at all. Your fine. I'm on xanax as well and can take it several times a day with no issues

Answer 7

You will get a lot more than rebound anxiety. Xanax is very potent and is the worst drug to come off of. Xanax is a benzodiazepine. You should research benzodiazepines on google.

Answer 8

You should ease yourself off of it. When I stopped taking it, it was hard because anytime I felt anxiety I thought I needed more Xanax but it might have just been all in my head.

Answer 9

oh man...xanax withdrawl is, I swear, one of the most horrible withdrawls you can have. Its not so much a physical feeling, as it is mental. You seriously feel as though you are going crazy. Your emotions are all over the place, you feel like screaming, and crying, and just freaking out over tiny things. You will get over it after a few days, but I highly recommend wiening yourself off of it, rather than just stopping. Be soooo careful with this medication

Answer 10

a good possibility.. its like smoking.. if you smoke because your stressed.. and u try to quit u get more anxiety.. i take pain meds for my knee and i am happy as can be.. it also helps with my depression and anxiety.. if i dont take it for a while i am a complete wreck.. and have more anxiety than when i took it!.. i know some close friends that if they dont take it they take anxiety attacks.. then they take it and right away before it even starts working theyre calm.. i think the brain gets addicted.. cuz im the same way.. before it even starts to work i am calm.. so i think it is just a mental thing that your brain thinks it is in your system but it isnt yet.. so it calms down because it is tricked..

Answer 11

When im stressed I take it 1.5 mg, 3 times a day, 7 days a week. I can take it when I need it and I dont have to urge when I dont. It also helps me sleep