Xanax (alprazolam) is a benzodiazepine that corrects the imbalance of chemicals in the brain treating anxiety and panic attacks in the patients to whom is was prescribed. Certain medical conditions you have or used to have should be also mentioned as they can make your treatment less efficient or Xanax can affect these conditions: kidney or liver disease, depression, glaucoma, or lung disease. Some products may interfere with Xanax as well, for instance grapefruit juice an alcohol. You can discuss your diet with your doctor to make sure you avoid products that can make your treatment less efficient. There are some serious side effects that must be reported as soon as you notice them. These include jaundice, seizures, hallucinations, confusion, coordination problems, severe skin rash and memory problems.

Xanax is FDA pregnancy category D. This means that it is very likely to cause birth defects in unborn babies. Xanax can also pass into breast milk and affect the health of nursing infants. Do not start taking Xanax if you are pregnant or breastfeeding to make sure your baby is safe. If you still think you need to take Xanax – even though you are expecting a baby – discuss all the risks and benefits before starting the treatment. Older patients may experience stronger sedative effects of this medicine, even though their dosage may not be too high. Xanax is not intended for people younger than 18, but if your health care provider believers otherwise follow his recommendations. Avoid taking this drug in large quantities. An overdose of Xanax can cause serious health problems and even be fatal. Do not share Xanax with other people to whom it was not prescribed, as everyone willing to take this medicine is supposed to be examined by their health care provider first.