Xanax Drug Information

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If you have panic disorder or anxiety, your healthcare provider may prescribe Xanax. This page on the eMedTV site explains how this prescription drug works and offers an in-depth look at its effects, dosing information, and possible side effects.

Irritability, memory problems, and drowsiness are some of the most common side effects of Xanax. This eMedTV resource offers a more complete list of potential side effects of this medication, including serious side effects requiring medical attention.

Weight gain may potentially occur with the use of Xanax. This section of the eMedTV archives discusses Xanax and weight gain in more detail, explains how common this side effect appears to be, and offers tips for weight loss.

It is possible to develop certain sexual side effects while taking Xanax. As this eMedTV segment explains, these Xanax sexual side effects may include changes in sex drive, impotence, or other types of sexual dysfunction.

Xanax is a drug that is used for treating anxiety and panic disorder. This page on the eMedTV site explains whether the drug can be used in children and lists a few possible "off-label" Xanax uses.

For anxiety treatment, the recommended starting Xanax dosage is 0.25 mg to 0.5 mg three times daily. This eMedTV Web page also offers Xanax dosing guidelines for the treatment of panic disorder and provides tips and precautions for taking the drug.

Barbiturates and cimetidine are among the drugs that can potentially cause Xanax drug interactions. This eMedTV article lists other drugs that may cause drug interactions with Xanax and describes the potential side effects that may occur as a result.

Xanax can potentially cause difficulty breathing and severe drowsiness, which may be life-threatening. This eMedTV page provides other important Xanax warnings and precautions, including information on who should not take the medication.

It is generally recommended that you avoid taking Xanax while pregnant. This eMedTV Web page offers more information on Xanax and pregnancy, including a description of the possible risks to a fetus when a pregnant woman takes the medicine.

Taking Xanax while breastfeeding can potentially cause serious problems in the nursing infant. This eMedTV Web page further discusses Xanax and breastfeeding, and describes the side effects that the medicine could possibly cause in breastfed babies.

Confusion, coordination problems, and drowsiness are a few common symptoms of a Xanax overdose. This eMedTV resource lists other possible symptoms and explains what treatment options are available for a Xanax overdose.

Common Xanax withdrawal symptoms may include dizziness, panic attacks, and insomnia. This eMedTV segment describes the dangers of a Xanax withdrawal, lists other possible symptoms, and explains how to help prevent withdrawal when stopping the drug.

Xanax is currently available in generic form. This article from the eMedTV Web site describes generic Xanax in more detail, including a list of the various strengths available and the drug companies that currently manufacture generic Xanax.

Drinking alcohol while taking Xanax can increase your risk of serious reactions. As this eMedTV page explains, since Xanax and alcohol are both CNS depressants, they can both slow the activity of the brain. Combining the two is not recommended.