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Doc recently switched me from xanax (alprazolam) to vistaril (which i have yet to try). i take xanax (alprazolam) as needed. how do the 2 compare for controlling panic attacks?
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They do not belong t: Xanax (alprazolam) is better for panic attacks.
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Xanax (alprazolam): If you suffer from panic attack xanax (alprazolam) work better has tendency to get addicted and abuse potential sedation .Vistar can help with anxiety due to withdrawal from opioids also help for sleep may help if panic due to opiod withdrawal.
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