XANAX
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Xanax is a tranquilizer used for the short-term relief of symptoms of anxiety or the treatment of anxiety disorders. It is sometimes prescribed for treatment of alcohol withdrawal, fear of open spaces and strangers, depression, irritable bowel syndrome and premenstrual syndrome. How to takeFollow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. Xanax may be taken with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation. Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while you are being treated with Xanax. Side effectsSide effects, which may go away during treatment, include excessive daytime drowsiness, unusual weakness, dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, clumsiness, or unsteadiness. If they continue or are bothersome, consult your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. PrecautionDo not exceed the recommended dose or take this medicine for longer than
prescribed. Exceeding the recommended dose or taking this medicine for longer
than prescribed may be habit-forming. This medicine may cause drowsiness or
dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be
dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. This medicine will add
to the effects of other medicines and alcohol. Ask your pharmacist if you have
questions about which medicines can cause drowsiness. Drug interactionsSome medicines may interact with Xanax. Inform your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following: Rifampin or St. John's wort , because the effectiveness of Xanax may be decreased; Azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), cimetidine, clozapine, delavirdine, fluvoxamine, HIV protease inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir), fluoxetine, macrolides and ketolides (e.g., erythromycin, azithromycin), nefazodone, omeprazole, propoxyphene, sodium oxybate (GHB), or valproic acid because side effects such as increased sedation or heart problems may occur; Clozapine, hydantoins (e.g., phenytoin), or valproic acid because the actions and side effects of these medicines may be increased. This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Xanax may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine. Missed doseIf you miss a dose of this medicine and you are using it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If you do not remember until later, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. StorageStore at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Keep this medication and all other medications out of the reach of children. |
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