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A member asked:

I take .5 mg xanax (alprazolam) as needed. last dose was 26 hrs ago and once 80 hours before that dose. safe to have a beer or two?

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Dr. Ravi Srivastava answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes it is : if you have not taken Xanax (alprazolam) for several hours ax indicated then if is safe to have s beer or two. However, you need to keep in mind that Xanax (alprazolam) is an addictive drug and regular use is not a good idea. The underlying cause for which it is being taken needs to be addressed.

Answered 9/18/2014

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