Quotes About Alprazolam

Alprazolam seems to be particularly associated with an immediate and severe withdrawal syndrome and should be tapered gradually.

The dosage range of carbamazepine used to facilitate withdrawal is 400 to 500 mg a day. Some clinicians report particular difficulty in tapering and discontinuing alprazolam, especially in persons who have been receiving high dosages for long periods. There have been reports of successful discontinuation of alprazolam by switching to clonazepam, which is then gradually withdrawn.

The manufacturer of nefazodone recommends that the dosage of triazolam be lowered by 75 percent and the dosage of alprazolam be lowered by 50 percent when given concomitantly with nefazodone.

Alprazolam is available in an extended-release form, which reduces the frequency of dosing.