Alprazolam (Oral Route)

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Alprazolam (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Gabazolamine-0.5
  • Niravam
  • Xanax
  • Xanax XR

Canadian Brand Names

  • Alti-Alprazolam

Description

Alprazolam is used to relieve symptoms of anxiety, including anxiety caused by depression. It is also used to treat panic disorder in some patients.

Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepines belong to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants, which are medicines that slow down the nervous system.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using
DR602769 Portions of this document last updated: Jan. 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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