Alprazolam is an antianxiety agent, benzodiazepines.
Used primarily for short-term relief of mild to moderate anxiety
and nervous tension. Alprazolam is also effective in the treatment
of activity depression or panic attacks. It can be useful in treating
irritable bowel syndrome and anxiety due to a neurosis as well. Alprazolam
may help the symptoms of PMS if extreme, some cancers pains if given
with various narcotics, agoraphobia, essential tremor, and ringing
ears.
CLASS:
Triazolo Benzodiazepines.
Generic name:
Alprazolam.
Type:
Antianxiety.
Strengths:
Oral Solution:
0.25mg , 0.5 mg
1 mg / 5 ml, 0.25mg / 2.5 ml.
Tables:
0.25mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg.
Dosages: Actual dosage must be determined by a physician.
Normal dosage:
USE UP TO EIGHT MONTHS ONLY!
If under 18 years of age, DO NOT USE!
18 to 60 years of age, 0.25mg to 1.5mg daily.
Over 60 years of age, Lower dosage increased cautiously.
Dosage Depends on Disorder:
Oral ( For anxiety or nervous tension ):
Start : 0.25 mg to 0.5 mg 3 times daily.
Maximum : 4 mg in 24 hours.
Oral ( For panic disorder ):
Start : 0.5 mg 3 times daily.
Increases : 1 mg daily in 3 to 4 day intervals.
Maximum : 10 mg in 24 hours.
Problems with:
Liver Function: If liver disease present, start dosage at 0.25mg,
increase as needed.
Kidney Function: N/A.
Test:
Before taking: None if for short term use.
While taking: None if for short term use.
Take With: With or without food.
Full Benefits In: First day to a week.
Missed Dose(s): If within one hour take, if over an hour skip and
then continue on your normal schedule.
Never Take a Double Dose!
If Stop Taking: Do not stop without consulting your physician and
never abruptly if have been taking for over three weeks.
Overdose symptoms include: Confusion, loss of consciousness, or
sleepiness.
Can be fatal.
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