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Xanax Review Questions and Answers
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Trade Name: Xanax |
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Generic Names:
Alprazolam |
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What is the indication for Xanax?
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Xanax is indicated for treatment
of anxiety and panic disorder. |
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What is the mechanism of Xanax? |
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Xanax binds to specific sites in
the CNS resulting in central nervous system depression |
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Is Xanax safe in pregnancy? |
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Xanax has been given a
pregnancy category D. This means that this drug should not be used in
pregnant women. |
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Is Xanax found in breast milk? |
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Yes, Xanax is excreted in
breast milk |
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How is Xanax metabolized? |
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Xanax is metabolized by the liver |
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Adverse events seen in more than 2% of people with anxiety disorder treated with Xanax |