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Took xanax (alprazolam) and got really agitated coming off it. why?
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Disinhibition: A percentage of the population will react to sedatives by getting agitated. It is a well recognized side effect that may occurs with other similar acting medications or only with xanax (alprazolam).
Answered 5/4/2016
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Xanax (alprazolam): Agitation is common during rebound or withdrawal from benzodiazepines such as xanax (alprazolam). Gradual tapering is recommended.
Answered 4/25/2016
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