Magnolia, NC
A 36-year-old female asked:
My dr gave me a presciption for xanax (alprazolam) 0.25mg. bottle says to take a whole to 1/2 three times a day. i have been taking 1/2. afraid of whole one.
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Dr. Andrea Brandanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
OK: It's ok to start with half a pill. Suggest being careful with xanax (alprazolam). Do not drink alcohol with it. Xanax (alprazolam) can be problematic to discontinue.
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Dr. Andrew Hoanswered
Psychiatry 32 years experience
Sounds good: You said your prescription instructs 1/2 to 1 three times a day, so you taking 1/2 is within the range of what your doctor instructed. As long as you are feeling better, you don't have to take a whole tablet. If you are still not sure, you can ask your doctor to confirm.
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Last updated Apr 29, 2014
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