What to expect when taking xanax the first time?!
Question: prescribed by the doctor ?
Answers: prescribed by the doctor ?
The most important thing to remember is not mix it with any other drug unless u know it is ok (call a pharmacist), especially alcohol, u could die of respiratory failure. The most frequent adverse effects of alprazolam (xanax) are likely to be extensions of the drug's CNS-depressant effects, e.g., drowsiness or lightheadedness. The incidence and severity of these effects will vary with the dose used and condition being treated. Tolerance to these adverse effects may develop over time. Additionally, tolerance may develop to the sedative or anti-anxiety effects of benzodiazepines. In general, the adverse effects that occur with alprazolam extended-release formulation are similar to those that occur with the immediate-release dosage form.
Could make you a little drowsy or sleepy, but you will feel calm and less stressful. It relieves you of being anxious and slows your central nervous system down.
it will help with anxiety and nervousness. Like drinking a glass of wine. It's not a strong drug, just takes the edge off.
If you are taking it for panic disorder, it will stop a panic attack in about 10-15 minutes. If you feel one coming on, Xanax will prevent it. In the first couple of months, you may become drowsy or have a feeling of euphoria, but these side-effects subside over time.
Maybe mention to your doctor Xanax XR, the time-released version of Xanax. It reduces the highs and lows of the medicine. If cost is an issue, the generic versions are alprazolam and alprazolam ER. Or, there is Clonazapam, a related drug with a longer half-life than Xanax. Equally effective for panic and anxiety and somewhat less potential danger.
Do not start with high dose, if it is indicated. It sedates and many feel high on it for several hours. It is one of the prescription medicines which can cause dependence and
widely abused for all kinds of anxiety. It has no curative effect.
If you use it, do it under medical supervision.Do not give to kids!
It is available in generic form: Alprazolam,which is much cheaper than the brand name Xanax.