r/Drugs AMA series: Xanax
AHFS Consumer Medication Information link
Generic Name: Alprazolam
Street Names: Zanies, benzos
Medical uses: Used to treat panic and anxiety disorders
Recreational Uses: Euphoria in some cases, normally used to ‘chill out,’ no evidence of hallucinations etc.
Side Effects: drowsiness, light-headedness, headache, tiredness, dizziness, irritability, talkativeness, difficulty concentrating, dry mouth, increased salivation, changes in sex drive or ability, nausea, constipation, changes in appetite, weight changes, difficulty urinating, and joint pain.
Doses: Usually a fourth of a milligram; the lucky few that get four bars (2mg) usually are live in psychiatric patients. Not intended to be taken daily, rather intended to treat panic attacks as they are fast acting.
Important: benzodiazepines are extremely addictive, especially Xanax. Do not attempt to quit Xanax cold turkey if you believe that you are addicted, no matter for how long. Withdrawal from Xanax can be deadly as it can cause seizures.
Posted Jan 12, 2012, 11:01 PM UTC