Xanax (alprazolam) can be prescribed for the treatment of anxiety disorders, as well as to prevent and treat panic attacks. The effects of this medicine are based on decreasing the abnormal excitement in the brain helping to treat the symptoms of anxiety disorders. Depending on which form of Xanax you have been prescribed you are supposed to take it in accordance with your health care provider’s recommendations.

Xanax comes in tablets and oral solution. Unless your health care provider recommends otherwise you will have to take Xanax two to four times a day. If you forgot about the directions given by your doctor consult your pharmacist or call your doctor for additional explanations. When taking Xanax you may experience drowsiness, tiredness, irritability, dry mouth, lightheadedness, weight changes, trouble urinating, increased salivation and changes in sex drive. These side effects do not need to be reported unless they become severe. When you stop taking Xanax you may experience withdrawal symptoms, such as restlessness, anxiousness and irritability, so you may consider decreasing the dosage gradually. Consulting your health care provider will help you to avoid unpleasant symptoms and get better soon. If you ever had liver disease, lung disease, depression or glaucoma or have any of these conditions at the moment, make sure you report them to your health care provider before asking him for a prescription. If you experience overdose symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, coma and coordination problems seek emergency medical assistance.