Xanax

What is it?

An antipsychotic and long- acting benzodiazepine available as scored tablets in 2 strengths containing alprazolam. White, oval tablets contain 250µg marked UPJOHN 29 and pink, oval tablets contain 500µg marked UPJOHN 55.

Medical Uses

Short-term treatment of anxiety and anxiety with depression.

Dosage

Adults, 250 to 500µg 3 times each day to a daily maximum of 3mg. Elderly, 250µg 2 or 3 times daily.

Special Care

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, elderly, impaired liver or kidney function, chronic lung insufficiency. Should be withdrawn gradually and not used long-term.

Avoid Use

Chronic psychoses, depressed respiration, acute lung insufficiency, obsessional states and phobias.

Possible Drug and Food Interactions

Depressants of the CNS, alcohol, anticonvulsants.

Known Side Effects

Sleepiness, impaired reactions.

Manufacturer

Pharmacia.