This is an automatically translated article.
Xanax is a medication used to treat anxiety and panic-related disorders. This drug acts on the brain as well as the nervous system of the patient, helping to reduce related symptoms. The drug also causes some side effects during use, so it is necessary to take note of this issue.
1. What does Xanax do?
Xanax or Alprazolam is a medication used to treat a number of psychiatric conditions including anxiety disorders and panic disorders. Benzodiazepines are drugs that act on the central nervous system to relieve symptoms. Drugs have the ability to reinforce the effects of certain chemicals in the human body to create mental balance.
Like any medicine, the patient should carefully read the drug instructions provided by the pharmacist before using. Medicines are usually prescribed by a doctor orally. The dose depends on the health of each patient, age and the body's response to the drug. Each patient's dose can be increased gradually until the most optimal effect is achieved, so it is important to follow the instructions of the treating physician closely throughout the duration of the drug. If the patient suddenly stops taking the drug, it is very easy to experience withdrawal symptoms, typically seizures.
Therefore, to prevent withdrawal after stopping the drug, the treating doctor should reduce the drug dose gradually for the patient, not suddenly stop the drug. This is quite common if patients take Xanax for a long time or take it in high doses. Drugs are also addictive, especially if the patient has a problem with a substance use disorder such as alcohol or drug addiction. Therefore, taking the correct dose according to the prescription is most important to limit the risk of addiction. Patients should also notify their doctor if they develop symptoms that indicate that the body is no longer responding to treatment as well as it was initially after a long time of taking the drug.
Thuốc Xanax được dùng trong điều trị rối loạn lo âu và rối loạn hoảng sợ
2. Note when using Xanax
Drowsiness, dizziness, increased salivation or changes in sexual desire may be common side effects of Xanax. When the above symptoms persist for too long or cannot be controlled anymore, it is necessary to see a doctor for appropriate treatment. To reduce symptoms of dizziness or lightheadedness, the patient should practice getting up slowly while in a sitting or lying position.
Some other very serious side effects are hallucinations, suicidal ideation, difficulty speaking, loss of coordination, difficulty walking, memory loss... For acute side effects such as Yellow eyes, jaundice, convulsions, the patient should be taken to a medical facility for expertise as soon as possible to receive the right treatment.
Very few patients experience an allergic condition and this side effect should not be ignored when using the drug, some of the telltale signs are rash, itching, swelling of the face, tongue, throat... or dizziness. severe face, difficulty breathing...
Patients should also inform their treating doctor or pharmacist about their allergy to the drug or to other drugs in the benzodiazepine group such as Diazepam or Lorazepam because of these drugs. , inactive substances can be the cause of allergies.
History if the patient or the patient's family has ever had COPD, sleep apnea, liver disease, kidney disease, stimulant use disorder, it is also necessary to inform the doctor and medical staff to consider when taking the drug. , avoid possible drug interactions.
Before surgery, you should also inform the doctor about any medications you are taking such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines so that you can prepare for the surgery in the best way.
Xanax is not recommended for pregnant women because it can affect the fetus in the womb. If it is necessary to take medicine in some emergency cases, it is necessary to consult with a doctor to be able to prescribe the drug as well as the dose so that it does not affect the health of both mother and baby but still achieves goals. effective in use. Because the drug may pass into breast milk, unwanted effects may affect a nursing infant. Therefore, if a woman is breastfeeding, Xanax is not a safe choice.
Thuốc Xanax không được phụ nữ đang mang thai vì có thể gây ảnh hưởng đến bào thai
3. Conclusion
Xanax is recommended in the treatment of mental illnesses, especially anxiety disorders because of the great effects it brings in rebalancing the mental status of these patients. However, there are still some notes about side effects, drug interactions as well as drug dosage that patients need to consult with their treating doctor before taking this drug.
Any questions that need to be answered by a specialist doctor as well as customers wishing to examine and treat at Vinmec International General Hospital, please contact the Website for the best service.
Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
