Xanax

Cautions

Never exceed the recommended dose and never take xanax for longer than you are instructed without checking with your doctor. These both factors may cause serious side effects. Do not forget to keep all doctor or laboratory appointments while you are using xanax. If you plan to begin taking any new medicine after the xanax, either prescription or over-the-counter, you should definitely check with your doctor or pharmacist.

Avoid driving or operating machinery, or participating in any hazardous activity that requires full mental alertness because xanax may cause you to become drowsy or less alert. If you are being treated for panic disorder, the higher dose of xanax may be required than for anxiety alone. But please take into account the fact that high dose (more than 4 mg of xanax) taken for long intervals may cause emotional and physical dependence.

If you suddenly stop using xanax, or doctor lowers your dosage, the withdrawal effects can occur, including abnormal skin sensations, blurred vision, decreased appetite, diarrhea, distorted sense of smell, heightened senses, muscle cramps or twitching, problems concentrating, weight loss, and rarely, seizures. Withdrawal symptoms can be minimized or even avoided altogether by decreasing the Xanax dose gradually.

There is really a small chance that xanax could encourage suicidal thoughts or episodes of euphoria (also known as mania). However, if you notice any unusual symptoms during the xanax-based treatment course, call your doctor immediately.

Xanax should be used with caution in elderly or weak patients, and in those with lung disease, alcoholic liver disease, or any disorder that could hinder the elimination of the drug.

Do not take xanax if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. There is an increased risk of respiratory problems and muscular weakness in your baby. Infants may also experience withdrawal symptoms. Xanax may appear in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. If xanax is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding until your treatment with xanax is finished.