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Generic: alprazolam View All Brands Alprazolam ER, Niravam, Xanax XR, Xanax A benzodiazepine - It is used to treat anxiety and panic attacks				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What if I miss a dose? If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. What may interact with this medicine? Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications: certain medicines for HIV infection or AIDS ketoconazole itraconazole This medicine may also interact with the following medications: birth control pills certain macrolide antibiotics like clarithromycin, erythromycin, troleandomycin cimetidine cyclosporine ergotamine grapefruit juice herbal or dietary supplements like kava kava, melatonin, dehydroepiandrosterone, DHEA, St. John's Wort or valerian imatinib, STI- 571 isoniazid levodopa medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances prescription pain medicines rifampin, rifapentine, or rifabutin some medicines for blood pressure or heart problems some medicines for seizures like carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Your body can become dependent on this medicine. Ask your doctor or health care professional if you still need to take it. You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy and fainting spells, do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. Alcohol may increase dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid alcoholic drinks. Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds or allergies without asking your doctor or health care professional for advice. Some ingredients can increase possible side effects.
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