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Alprazolam is the generic name of the drug most commonly known as Xanax. Alprazolam is one of the family of drugs known as benzodiazepines.

Alprazolam is most frequently prescribed as an anti anxiety agent. Short-term relief of mild or moderate anxiety, panic attacks or other situations that involve elevated negative emotions.

Alprazolam is also prescribed to diminish feelings of nervousness or anxiety related to such issues as IBS, anxiety related to neurosis or phobia, extreme PMS or even symptoms of more serious diseases.

Though alprozalam is highly addictive, it is considered an extremely safe and effective drug.

Pharmacology of alprazolam

Alprazolam belongs to the 1,4 benzodiazepine family of CNS depressants. Alprazolam works by tying up the neurotransmitter receptors that are sensitive to the neurotransmitter GABA, which is produced in quantity during times of anxiety, stress or elevated mood. The alpraoloam pharmacology worksin an interesting manner.

Alprazolam is readily absorbed by the stomach lining. Peak levels of alprazolam are found in the blood 1-2 hours after dosage.

Alprazolam is approximately ten times stronger than Valium. For this reason, alprazolam pills are found in dosages of .25, .5, 1 or 2 g pills. Even the .25 g pills are scored so the dose even that small can be halved.

Side effects of alprazolam

Alprazolam has similar side effects to other benzodiazepines. These can include feelings of sleepiness and sluggishness, confusion, paradoxical outbursts of anger and similar symptoms. Alprazolam side effects are usually minimal but they can be source of problems if used in excess.

The body builds up tolerance to alprazolam rapidly and initial side effects generally disappear quite quickly with continued dosage.

Alprazolam is highly addictive and care must be taken not to encourage dependency. Rapid withdrawal from alprazolam can cause relatively severe effects, such as seizures. Ceasing a regular course of alprazolam should only be done under the observation of a doctor.

How does alprazolam make you feel?

Alprazolam is a sedative. Its primary effect is to smooth over anxiety, nervousness and similar feelings. In this role it's ideal to treat neuroses, phobias and panic attacks.

Alprazolam has the overall effect of making you feel okay. Even if there's a stressful situation, you feel less bothered by it and far more capable of coping.

Some people find this overall okay feeling to be extremely desirable (generally these are excitable, Type A personalities). For this reason, alprazolam is highly addictive. Alprazolam should never be taken for longer than an 8-month period. Rapid withdrawal can result in serious side effects like convulsions, so those who are taking alprazolam should never cease rapidly.

Where can I get alprazolam?

Alprazolam must be prescribed by a doctor, pharmacist or psychiatrist. If you think you have a disease or condition such as panic disorder or a neurosis that requires alprazolam or a similar drug for treatment, talk to your doctor. Your doctor will be able to decide whether or not alprazolam is right for you.