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Can you take xanax (alprazolam) before a barium swallow? how common is it to have an allergic reaction to the barium contrast?

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Dr. Jack Mutnick answered

Allergic Rxn: I wouldn't recommend the xanax (alprazolam) beforehand. Ask your doctor about this, though. Reactions to barium are extremely uncommon. Nothing to worry about.

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Answered 4/22/2019

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Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Barium: That type pf barium is virtually non-allergenic. You could take an antianxiety agent before hand but you best wait an hour so that it can get into your system before taking the barium.

Answered 4/7/2016

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A member asked:

Can you take xanax (alprazolam) before a barium swallow? how common is it to have an allergic reaction to the barium contrast?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jack Mutnick answered

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

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