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What is Xanax Xr
AlprazolamThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryAlprazolam is a medication prescribed to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It should not be used with drugs that inhibit CYP3A, such as ketoconazole and itraconazole. When stopping treatment, the dose should be reduced gradually to avoid withdrawal symptoms. Side effects of Alprazolam include sedation and taking the drug with alcohol can be dangerous and lead to coma or death. Alprazolam was approved by the FDA in 1981.
Alprazolamis the brand name
Xanax Xr Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Alprazolam
Alprazolam
1981
518
Effectiveness
How Xanax Xr Affects PatientsAlprazolam is a type of medicine that impacts the brain by slowing down nerve signals. It can be dangerous to take alprazolam with opioids as it can lead to serious side effects like coma or death. People with weak respiratory systems and those using heavy machinery should avoid taking alprazolam. There is a risk of abuse and addiction with alprazolam, so it should be taken with caution. When stopping the use of alprazolam, the dose should be slowly decreased to avoid withdrawal symptoms. Newborns born to mothers taking alprazolam can experience sedation and withdrawal
How Xanax Xr works in the bodyGABA receptors are special proteins found in the brain. They are responsible for sending and receiving chemical signals that control nerve activity. GABA receptors contain special sites that can be activated with certain drugs to help with anxiety, sedation, and memory issues. These sites can be activated by drugs called benzodiazepines. Exactly how benzodiazepines work is not fully understood, but it is thought that they help to keep GABA receptors in a certain shape to keep them active. There may also be up to five different sites on the GABA receptor that can be activated by benzodiazepines, each with a different effect.
When to interrupt dosage
The proposed dosage of Xanax Xr is based upon the diagnosed condition. The exact amount varies, contingent upon the method of delivery featured in the table beneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Kit, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral
Panic Disorder
, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Kit, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral
Warnings
Xanax Xr ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Alprazolam may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Xanax Xr Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Axitinib
Major
The metabolism of Axitinib can be decreased when combined with Alprazolam.
Azelastine
Major
Alprazolam may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.
Cabazitaxel
Major
The metabolism of Cabazitaxel can be decreased when combined with Alprazolam.
Carbamazepine
Major
The metabolism of Carbamazepine can be decreased when combined with Alprazolam.
Copanlisib
Major
The metabolism of Copanlisib can be decreased when combined with Alprazolam.
Xanax Xr Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking too much alprazolam can cause drowsiness, confusion, clumsiness, and even coma or death. Mixing alprazolam with alcohol increases the risk of an overdose. If someone overdoses on alprazolam, medical professionals may monitor their pulse, blood pressure, and breathing. Treatment may include using a stomach pump and intravenous fluids. If the person's blood pressure is too low, they may be given medication to raise it. In some cases, a drug called flumazenil can be used to block the effects of alprazolam. The toxic dose of alp
Xanax Xr Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Xanax Xr?
47 active clinical trials are currently assessing the potential of Xanax XR for alleviating Generalized Anxiety Disorder.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
32 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Phase 4
Panic Disorder
17 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2
Xanax Xr Reviews: What are patients saying about Xanax Xr?
5Patient Review
3/5/2019 I've been taking this medication for nearly four decades and it's still just as effective as it was when I started. Only had to increase the dose once, which is great.
5Patient Review
4/6/2015 This medication is incredibly effective at halting my panic attacks. I haven't found anything that works as quickly or efficiently for my anxiety!
5Patient Review
3/15/2014 I took this medication four times a day as prescribed, and it worked great for me.
5Patient Review
11/22/2013 I was really struggling with anxiety and this treatment really helped me.
4Patient Review
3/28/2022 I find that the brand name works best for my panic attacks. Do you have a similar experience?
3.7Patient Review
12/5/2013 If this is a time release medication, how would one go about tapering?
3.3Patient Review
12/3/2021 I take 3mg of xanax every day, and I find that it works for a few days before the anxiety starts to come back. The 2mg dose helped for a few weeks, but now I'm back up to 3mg. I don't like how this medication is working because it feels like I'm going to be up to 5mg in no time.
Patient Q&A Section about xanax xr
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What does XR mean in Xanax?
"XR CIV is a prescription medication that contains the active ingredient alprazolam, which is a member of the benzodiazepine class of drugs that act on the central nervous system."
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How Strong Is Xanax XR?
"XANAX XR tablets are available in strengths of 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, or 3 mg."
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How long does it take for Xanax XR to start working?
"If you take Xanax by mouth, it will be quickly absorbed into your bloodstream. The effects of Xanax should kick in within an hour. The concentration of Xanax in your blood will peak one to two hours after you take it."
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How often does Xanax XR release?
"Alprazolam-XR is an extended-release formulation of alprazolam that provides sustained therapeutic concentrations for 24 hours after once-daily dosing. Plasma concentrations gradually decline as the time for the next dose approaches, but still remain above therapeutic minimum levels."
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