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I'm freaking out because i thought it was ok to take xanax (alprazolam) and breasfeed as long as you wait 4 hours.taking it for 1.5 months. should i stop now?

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Dr. Robert Grindstaff answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

I would wean off: te Xanax (alprazolam) slowly, and talk to my pediatrician about a tolerable alternative and would watch your infant in the mean time

Answered 12/7/2014

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A member asked:

I'm freaking out because i thought it was ok to take xanax (alprazolam) and breasfeed as long as you wait 4 hours.taking it for 1.5 months. should i stop now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Grindstaff answered

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