Xanax 1 mg

Description

Xanax is a brand-name of prescription medication that contains the active drug Alprazolam. It belongs to a class of drugs called Antianxiety Agents, Anxiolytics, and Benzodiazepines. Xanax 1 mg is FDA-approved to treat the following anxiety disorders in adults:

• Generalized anxiety disorder.
• Panic disorder, with or without agoraphobia (fear of being in places where it may be hard to leave).
• Anxiety is associated with depression.

Xanax 1 mg may be used alone or with other medications. It is not known if Xanax is safe and effective in children younger than 18 years of age.

Composition Of The Drug:

Each Xanax tablet contains 0.25/0.5/1/2 mg of Alprazolam as active ingredients and inactive ingredients are Cellulose, corn starch, docusate sodium, lactose, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, and sodium benzoate.

Factors Depend Upon Use Of Xamax:

Xanax 1 mg doesn’t affect everyone in the same way as all patients. It will affect you depending on several factors, including the patient’s mental state at the time you take the drug, age, weight, Metabolism, dosage.

If you’re taking this anti-anxiety medication for the first time, it’s important you should ask your doctor to understand its side effects and potential interactions before use.

Xanax Forms And Strengths:

Xanax is available both online and offline for different types. It is available as an immediate-release tablet in four different milligrams (mg) dose strengths in tablet forms.

• Xanax 0.25 mg
• Xanax 0.5 mg,
• Xanax 1 mg color is blue, and the shape of its medication is oval
• Xanax 2 mg color is white, and the rectangle with a rounded corner

It is also available as an Extended-Release tablet i.e. Xanax XR 3 mg

These are orally disintegrating tablets or oral solutions for easier administration.

Dosages Of Xanax:

The dosage of taking Xanax differs in adults to children. According to the patient’s health condition, and response to the medication the doctor decides Xanax dose. The dosages are:

Adult Dose For Anxiety:

• Initially, 0.25 mg to 0.5 mg per dose is taken 2-3 times a day.
• The doctor can alter the dose according to the use.
• It should not take more than Xanax 4 mg per day.

Adult Dose For Panic Disorder:

• The initial dose is 0.5 mg per by taking 2-3 times daily.
• The doctor can change the dose accordingly.
• The maximum dosage is 10 mg per day and should not exceed that.

Xanax 1 mg Dosage For Children:

The dosage and use of Xanax in children are prescribed and recommended by the doctor.

Proper Use Of Xanax 1 mg Bars:

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor in the prescription. Xanax is taken as a tablet several times a day with or without food. The dose may need to be regularly changed until an effective dose is reached.

You should not take overdose or under dose or stop immediately as it can have some adverse effects on you. One should not share or misuse this medication with people who have drug addiction problems. Read and follow the patient instructions included in the medication guide.

Swallow the tablet or tablet whole with a full glass of water. Do not break, crush, or chew it. Before taking this medication you should sanitize your hand with hand wash. Do not remove the tablets from the bottle until you are ready to take them. Place the tablet immediately on the top of your tongue. It should melt quickly and be swallowed with saliva.

Function Of Xanax 1 mg In the Human Body:

Xanax 1 mg works by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain by inducing the brain and CNS ( Central Nervous System ). It is producing a calming effects and  slows down the movement of unbalanced brain chemicals resulting in the reduction of anxiety and panic attacks. It works by boosting the effects of a natural chemical called gamma-aminobutyric acid, which is made in the brain.

Overdose And Missed Dose:

You should follow the doctor’s instructions while taking medicine. You should never take your dose as yourself, it may dangerous for your health.

Overdose:

Overdose is a condition when a person takes an extra dose of medicine than the doctor prescribes for him/her. An overdose of any medication is dangerous to our health, an overdose of Xanax 1 mg also has some bad effects on our health.

Symptoms of overdose of Xanax 1 mg lead to constipation, difficulty concentrating, difficulty passing urine, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, increased salivation, irritability, joint pain, light-headedness, changes in sex drive, tiredness, and unusual talkativeness.

Missed Dose:

You should never irregular take medication. It leads to a missed dose if you forget to take this medication. People after missing a dose usually take a double dose at a time which leads to overdose. In case you miss a dose, do not panic. Take the dose immediately or continue with your regular dose on the next day or consult your doctor.

Possible Side Effects Of Xanax 1 mg :

Some people can experience side effects for much longer – days, months, or indefinitely. Xanax 1 mg may cause common or serious side effects to the patient that depends upon the health condition of the patient.

The most common side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Irritability
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Excessive sweating
• Headaches
• Appetite or weight changes
• Swelling of the hands or feet
• Loss of interest in sex
• Insomnia
• Memory problems
• Slurred speech
• Blurred vision
• Dry mouth
• Stuffy nose
• Poor coordination
• Muscle weakness
• Difficulty concentrating

Each of the side effects varies from the person to person.

Xanax 1 mg may cause serious side effects including:

• Depressed mood
• Thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself
• Racing thoughts
• Confusion
• Agitation
• Hostility
• Hallucinations
• Uncontrolled muscle movements
• Tremor
• Increased energy
• Unusual risk-taking behavior

Get medical help right away, if you have any of the symptoms listed above.

Withdrawal Symptoms Of Xanax 1 mg:

If you have been using drugs with a high potential for dependency and you stop suddenly or accidentally, you can experience symptoms differently this is called withdrawal symptoms. Most of the medication has withdrawal symptoms also Xanax 1 mg. The withdrawal symptoms are severe changes in mood and behavior, confusion, hallucinations, seizures,  suicidal thoughts or actions, muscle spasticity, sleep disturbances, and other adverse behavioral effects such as agitation, rage, irritability, and aggressiveness.

Alternatives For Xanax 1 mg:

If anyone can not get fruitful from this drug he needs to take change the medicine by asking your doctor. Finding the exact alternatives is not possible, but there are some similar medications that are prescribed instead of Xanax 1 mg.

The medicinal substitutes are:

• Zoloft
• Prozac
• Lexapro
• Ativan
• Valium
• Luvox
• Lexapro
• Paxil
• Ativan
• Lexapro
• Klonopin

You should never take any medication without consulting your doctor. Because your doctor only better guides you whether the medication is good for your health or not.

Other Medicine & Food Interaction:

The more medications you take, the greater the chance for your drug to interact with another medicine. Drug-drug interactions can increase the unexpected side effects on your body. It also decreases how well your medications work.

Medicine Interactions:

One should inform your doctor if he/she is taking any other medicines i.e. prescription or without prescription with Xanax 1 mg. It may dangerous if some specific medicines has taken with it.

Do not take these medicines with Xanax 1 mg: Norco, Oxycodone, Tramadol, Ritalin, Buprenorphine, Evekeo, Nuvigil, Strattera, Ambien, Halcion, Lunesta, Restoril, Rozerem, Sonata.

Do not use any medication without consulting the doctor. It may serious effects after using this medication at a time.

Mix Xanax 1 mg And Alcohol: 

Do not drink alcohol when taking Xanax 1 mg. Both alcohol and  Xanax 1 mg are central nervous system depressants. The combination of both will increase the sedative effects, including sleepiness, lightheadedness, memory impairment, loss of coordination, slowed breathing, coma, and even death. For this reason, it is prohibited to take alcohol with Xanax 1 mg.

Precautions While Taking Xanax 1 mg:

There are certain precautions which are needed to take while using Xanax 1 mg.

• Test whether you are allergic to Xanax 1 mg or any other anti-anxiety pills.
• Describe both your physical and mental history before the doctor.
• As drowsiness is a major side effect, one should not drive, should not operate any machine, or do any serious work as it can be dangerous.
• People having depression, mood problems or suicidal thoughts, and behavior are advised to consult a doctor before taking Xanax 1 mg.
• People having liver or kidney problems should not use Xanax 1 mg.
• Patients having lung disease and breathing problems has not prescribed Xanax 1 mg as it can be fatal.
• Keeping Xanax 1 mg out of reach of children and pets.
• Using Xanax 1 mg while pregnant can harm your unborn baby.
• Breastfeeding mothers should follow the doctor’s advice.
• Do not take this medicine, if you have any pre-existing epileptic conditions such as status epilepticus or seizure, as this medicine may increase the frequency of seizure attacks.

Your doctor or physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your condition. Before taking Xanax 1 mg, inform your doctor if you have any renal insufficiency or renal dysfunction.