Considerations for people taking Xanax include the following:
Xanax comes in tablet form. It is usually taken by mouth two or three times daily.
The medication can be taken with or without food. If Xanax bothers your stomach, try taking it with food.
For the medication to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. Xanax may cause serious problems if you take it at higher dosages or for a longer time than your healthcare provider recommends (see Xanax Addiction).