What are its side effects?
2007-10-17 19:18:05 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
After Ruth answer it will be unjustifiable, she has given all the salient features very well. In addition it is highly addicting drug.
2007-10-18 05:53:15 · answer #1 · answered by Dr.Qutub 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Xanax ( Alprazolam), which is prescribed for anxiety, panic disorder, and anxiety caused by depression. initially, when taking Xanax , you may experience side effects but, usually diminishes within time ( 4-6 weeks).How often are you taking it?? What is the dosage amount?? Did you receive an information pamphlet from your pharmacy?? It is important that you avoid alcohol while taking this medicine and Grapefruit or grapefruit juice may interact with Xanax. Be aware that most medications have side effects, which the drug companies have to list, even if one side effects occurs in one out of a million people. Most common side effects :
1) drowsiness, dizziness, feeling irritable
2) amnesia or forgetfulness, trouble concentrating
3) sleep problems ( insomnia)
4) muscle weakness, lack of balance or coordination, slurred speech
5) blurred vision
6) nausea, vomiting, constipation, appetite or weight changes
7) dry or watery mouth, increased sweating
8) loss of interest in sex
Do not operate heavy machinery or anything that requires alertness until you know how your body responds to Xanax.
If you experience an increase in your symptoms ( the reason that it was prescribed for you) or they persist or worsen, lasting longer than 4-6 weeks, contact the Doc who prescribed it. I hope that this helps.
2007-10-18 01:47:22 · answer #2 · answered by Ruth 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
sustained blocks low energy activities but if you take it for a month and leave it its effects will go away in 2 days and it is not necessary for depression it is also given to give one a peaceful thoughtless sleep without any disturbances . it is a low dose medicine but very effective not much of a harm
2007-10-17 23:19:57 · answer #3 · answered by Explorer 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
do u mean Alprazolam (xanax)? side affects vary with everyone. Drowsiness, depression, hyperactivity are just some that i experienced. Check this website.
2007-10-17 19:26:35 · answer #4 · answered by tediebaby69 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
memory loss, being groggy, looking like someone that sleep walks.
2007-10-17 19:20:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋