xanax withdrawal?

Question

I get occasional mild (very mild) panic attacks and i take .25mg of xanax for it. I usually never need it more than once or twice a week .I had not taken it in a while and last night i felt like my entire body was trembling and my heart was racing a bit(not caffeine). i took the xanax and within one hour i was fine. could that have been xanax withdrawal or was i just shakey? any advice

Answer 1

You were probably having an anxiety attack. Taking 0.25 mg of Xanax twice a week is not enough to become physical addicted to it (which is a very good thing!).

My suggestion is to continue to take the Xanax as little as possible, only when you really need it, and try to find a long-term treatment for your anxiety (possible stress therapy or other non-addictive medications).

Best wishes and good luck!

Answer 2

Xanax Withdrawal Timeline

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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

I've been on xanax 6mg's a day!! .25 seem's so mild to withdraw from-Because, usually your tapered w/in a month- & you don't seem to be taking it regularly, talk to your Dr. sound's like something else, or ask him how to taper from that mild of a dose?

Answer 6

It may have been part of your anxiety/panic disorder. Usually it takes daily usage for a least several weeks for a person to experience withdrawal symptoms from a benzodiazepine. I'd talk to your doctor the next time you go or if this keeps happening call him/her.

Answer 7

Yes, definately could be the xanax....I notice that when I even take a small amount, that it appears to slow down my heart, and calm me down, but when I come off of it, even a small dose, my heart will race again...it is a miracle drug, but it does have some heavy duty side effects..especially if you take it a lot, even on a small dose, and you can have seizures...be very, very careful...and drink water...good luck

Answer 8

it could be that your was just having a panic attack or the shakes its very unlikely to be gettinh withdrawls off it if you only take it twice a week you need to be taking it every day for a while to be getting withdrwls but if your unsure visit your gp but try some breathing exercises that may help i take pills to help me sleep and have been for the past three years im on 40mg of tamazepam a night and i dont have withdrawels from that when i run out but have a chat with your gp but i think its very unlikely cheack out the web site

Answer 9

I am not a doctor so can not really say but it could well have been that you was having some sort of panic attack. I say this because you don't take it on a regular basis, I doubt that it will be withdrawal's.
take care
Lisa

Answer 10

It is NOT with drawl. YOU WILL FEEL IT!!!!! It hurts so badk and all you want to do is sleep, which is very very hard because you wake up trembling, feverish feeling, sweating, and cant fall asleep that easy. It IS MISERABLE!!!!

Unfortunately,I've done every thing there is as far as those nasty drugs goes...many many many years ago.

Good luck, message me if you want to talk.