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How unsafe is xanax (alprazolam) for somebody who doesn't need it?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Xanax (alprazolam): Taking xanax (alprazolam) if not need it, will cause dependency and problems coming off of it.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 7/23/2012

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