describe drug xanax please.?

Answer 1

Very useful short term for anxiety, a benzopine, commonly prescribed, controlled substance (class 2?). Related to Klonopin. Generic name: alprozolam. Can't be taken with grapefruit juice or alcohol. A decent sleeping pill. Works on GABA. Can be taken every 4 hours and works fast. Tastes nasty.

Answer 2

xanax is a very old med been around for 30 years or so, it comes in many doses , it is a mild fast acting tranquilizer that replaces a normal brain inducer which is called Gabba, it is for severe anxiety attacks, panic attacks and also helps eating disorders and ptsd, post traumatic stress disorder, i have lupus , fibromyalgia and have also had a hip replacement, I have used xanax for 12 years and the only side effect I get when I run out is I don't eat, I believe it is over prescribed though, but a god send at that., I was inintially prescribed for a faulty heart valve and aryhtmia, I had tride all holistic measures even melatonin, valarien root you name it none of that works to replace a chemical imbalance in your brain.

Answer 3

Alprazolam, also known under the trade names Xanax and Niravam, is a short-acting drug in the benzodiazepine class used to treat severe anxiety disorders and as an adjunctive treatment for anxiety associated with clinical depression.
Xanax is the main and most commonly known brand name for alprazolam. There is a large variety of generic brand names for Alprazolam in use throughout the world.
In English-speaking countries, alprazolam is sold under the following brand names: Alprax, Alprox, Alzam, Anxirid, Apo-Alpraz, Azor, Calmax, Gerax, Helex, Kalma, Novo-Alprazol, Nu-Alpraz, Restyl, Xanax, Xanor, Zopax, Trika.
Side effects of alprazolam may occur in patients and are more likely the higher the dosage taken. If signs of an allergic reaction occur such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat occur medical attention should be sought immediately. Medical attention should also be sought immediately if signs of jaundice appear such as yellowing of the skin or eyes.
Here is a list of other possible side affect:
* drowsiness
* decreased inhibitions, no fear of danger (increased risk taking behavior)
* depressed mood with thoughts of suicide or self harm
* hallucinations, agitation and hostility
* hyperactivity
* feeling dizziness, light headed or fainting
* urinating less than usual or not at all
* headache, fatigue, joint pain and unusual weakness (flu like symptoms)
* speech problems,
* complete memory loss, *may not to be able recall most of the entire night*(amnesia) and concentration problems
* changes in appetite (including changes in weight)
* blurred vision, unsteadiness and clumsiness (impaired coordination and balance)
* constipation, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting
* decreased sex drive
* dry mouth or increased salivation
* nervousness, restlessness, sleeplessness and sweating
* pounding in the chest or rapid heartbeat
* skin inflammation
* muscle twitching, tremor and seizure (convulsions)
* easy to overdose/ or easy to keep "popping", this is very dangerous and regularly abused.

Answer 4

Very strong sedative. Usually used for panic attacks. Very effective. Also addictive.

Answer 5

It is dispensed to deal with anxiety, when taken as directed it has no buzz or high,...it simply helps you deal with things like panic attacks etc.

Answer 6

a heavy duty anti-anxiety medication

Answer 7

It's a tranquilizer.