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How to Take Alprazolam and it's Dose


Alprazolam comes as a tablet to be taken orally, with or without food.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

The starting dose for treating anxiety is 0.25-0.5 mg, 3 times daily using immediate release tablets.
The dose may be increased every 3-4 days to a maximum dose of 4 mg daily.
The starting dose for treating panic attacks is 0.5 mg, 3 times daily. Doses can be increased every 3-4 days but by no more than 1 mg daily. The effective dose for preventing panic attacks may be as high as 6 mg daily.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with increased eye pressure, who are taking itraconazole or ketoconazole and hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Alprazolam

This medication is a benzodiazepine, prescribed for anxiety and panic disorders.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Alprazolam

India :


International :


Xanax, Xanax XR, Niravam
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