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I've been taking xanax (alprazolam) .5 twice daily, every 12 hours, for a year. how long will it take to wean off, and how should i do it? should i taper by .25?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

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Xanax (alprazolam) taper: I would recommend tapering by half of a quarted milligram of the daily dose every 3 days, and ofcourse informing your prescribing doctor of your progress & response. Good luck 2u.

Answered 10/13/2012

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A member asked:

I've been taking xanax (alprazolam) .5 twice daily, every 12 hours, for a year. how long will it take to wean off, and how should i do it? should i taper by .25?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Ali answered

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