Xanor
Xanor is a medicine that contains alprazolam and is used to treat severe anxiety symptoms in adults for a short time.
Form
tabletti
Strength
0.5 mg
Active Ingredient
Alprazolam
Manufacturer
Upjohn EESV
How to Use
Dosage
The usual starting dose is 0.25-0.5 mg three times a day. The normal daily dose is 0.5-4 mg, divided into several doses.
Method
Take Xanor tablets exactly as your doctor has told you.
Important
Your doctor will decide your maximum daily dose; older or frail patients should take the lowest possible dose.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Tiredness
- •Drowsiness
- •Depression
- •Memory problems
- •Clumsiness
- •Slurred speech
- •Dizziness
- •Headache
- •Constipation
- •Dry mouth
- •Weakness
- •Irritability
- •Decreased appetite
- •Confusion
- •Disorientation
- •Decreased sex drive
- •Increased sex drive
- •Anxiety
- •Insomnia
- •Nervousness
- •Tremor
- •Balance problems
- •Coordination problems
- •Difficulty concentrating
- •Excessive sleepiness
- •Sluggishness
- •Blurred vision
- •Nausea
- •Vomiting
- •Skin inflammation
- •Sexual dysfunction
- •Weight gain or loss
RARE
- •Mania
- •Hallucinations
- •Outbursts of anger
- •Agitation
- •Memory loss
- •Muscle weakness
- •Urinary incontinence
- •Irregular periods
- •Drug dependence
- •Withdrawal syndrome
- •High prolactin levels in blood
- •Mild mania (hypomania)
- •Aggression
- •Hostility
- •Disturbed thoughts
- •Hyperactivity
- •Problems with the nervous system
- •Muscle tone problems
- •Stomach and bowel problems
- •Liver inflammation
- •Liver problems
- •Yellow skin/eyes (jaundice)
- •Severe swelling of skin/mucosa/internal organs (angioedema)
- •Sensitivity to light
- •Inability to urinate
- •Swelling in arms/legs
- •Increased eye pressure
- •Misuse of the medicine
Important Warnings
- Do not use Xanor if you are allergic to alprazolam, similar medicines (benzodiazepines), or any other ingredients in Xanor.
- Do not use if you have severe muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), severe breathing problems, sleep apnea (breathing stops during sleep), or severe liver problems.
- Talk to your doctor before taking Xanor if you have liver or kidney problems, breathing difficulties, are generally unwell, or are elderly.
- Xanor is not recommended for children and young people under 18 years old.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking Xanor, as it can make the medicine's calming and central nervous system effects much stronger.
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- Xanor can make you tired, affect your memory, concentration, and muscle function, which can impact your ability to drive or use machines. Be careful with tasks requiring alertness.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, think you might be pregnant, or are planning a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category D
Avoid use in older adults. Sedative. A long-acting. Increases the risk of drug addiction, cognitive disorder and traffic accidents. Increases risk of falls. Paradoxically, may increase anxiety, restlessness and aggression. (updated 15.1.2024)