xanax

Xanax is a drug used that is commonly prescribed to treat anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and anxiety caused by depression. It is classified as a depressant and belongs with the medicines called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and central nervous system to produce a relaxing feeling. It affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety. It is consumed orally by the mouth, and the prescribed amount is based on your medical condition. Xanax is a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act by the Drug Enforcement Administration. It is a schedule IV drug, meaning there is a low potential for abuse, but it can lead to limited physical or psychological dependence. Prescriptions may be filled up to five times.
Some side effects of Xanax occur more often than others. Less common side effects involve trouble in sleeping, nervousness, and trouble in thinking. More common side effects include abdominal cramps, blurred vision, constipation, increased thirst, and vomiting.
The molecular formula for Xanax is C17H13ClN4, and its molecular weight is 308.76g/mol.
Here is some information about the disorders treated by Xanax. A panic disorder can be characterized by unexpected panic attacks and a period of fear or discomfort. A few major symptoms of a panic disorder include an accelerated heart rate, sweating, trembling or shaking, shortness of breath, chest pain, and feeling dizzy. Treatment for many people with panic disorders has been achieved with doses of Xanax greater that 4 mg daily. The average dosage is about 5 to 6 mg a day.
An anxiety disorder is characterized by extreme anxiety and worry. The worry is usually about life circumstances and if it lasts for a period of six months or longer then it is time to get help. Some of the major symptoms for anxiety include muscle tension, aches, or soreness, dry mouth, dizziness, frequent urination, sweating, and flushes or chills. Treatment for patients with anxiety should be initiated with a dose of 0.25 to 0.5 mg three times a day. The dose may be increased to feel the maximum effect.
Xanax is one of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the United States that have great benefits if used right, but the abuse of it is on the rise. Valium is the only other prescription tranquilizer that has a higher abuse rate that Xanax. A patient’s body can develop a tolerance to the amount they are taking and may require larger doses to reach the desired effect if the drug is taken for long periods of time. Between 1995 and 2002, drug abuse-related trips to US emergency rooms involving benzodiazepines increased by 41 percent, which is from 71,000 to 100,000. Xanax is usually abused in oral pill form, but it can also be injected and is often abused when used with alcohol, another central nervous depressant.
According to The Journal of Postgraduate Medicine, up to 25 percent of patients who stop taking their medication of Xanax experience withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, irritability, insomnia, chills, fatigue, moodiness, crying, and tremors. A good way to avoid withdrawal symptoms is to slowly reduce the dose taken.
The people that risk Xanax addiction the most are those who drink alcohol and women in their mid forties who experience lots of stress and who are going through menopause. Treatment for Xanax addiction is very similar to the treatment of many other drugs. The first stage of Xanax Treatment will sometimes involve detoxification, if it is deemed necessary to help stave off the discomfort of withdrawal symptoms. For some benzodiazepine addicts, including those on Xanax and especially if the dosage or amount is high, detox is not only recommended but may be considered necessary, due to its seizure potential. Consultation with a qualified health professional is the best way to determine whether or not detox is right for each individual person. The next step may involve treatment centers, psychosocial treatments involving individual or group counseling and therapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy or 12 step-based meetings. A variety of inpatient residential treatment centers, as well as outpatient programs, are ready to help Xanax addicts overcome their addiction. Detox addresses the body’s addiction and psychosocial treatment addresses the habits, behaviors and other psychological factors that led to addiction. Treatment should also include issues relating to diet and nutrition, since addicts often ignore nutrition during their addiction.
In conclusion, Xanax can be a big benefit to society by helping those who suffer from anxiety and depression. Xanax can also hurt society by individuals abusing the drug and taking more that recommended. Xanax abuse has risen over the years, with some cases resulting in death. It is important to be responsible and not abuse a substance because it can control a person’s life, their decisions and thinking.