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Age 66, insomniac all my life, take .25 mg xanax (alprazolam) at night. tried weaning slowly, no luck. exhausted. back to .25 xanax (alprazolam). any harm, long-term problems?
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Xanax (alprazolam): Your prescribing doctor is your best source to discuss maintenance treatment & possible alternatives to help your insomnia.
Answered 1/30/2015
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Insomnia: You likely have chronic primary insomnia, which will probably always require medication. There are several choices with proven safety and efficacy - see your doctor.
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