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Is it okay to take.75 of xanax (alprazolam) just to fall asleep? been doing it for two weeks but afraid of addiction or not taking properly multiple x a day?

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

Not for sleep: Xanax (alprazolam) disrupts normal sleep. It should not be used as a hypnotic. Yes it has addiction potential and may cause rebound anxiety and seizures.

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Answered 5/3/2016

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A member asked:

Is it okay to take.75 of xanax (alprazolam) just to fall asleep? been doing it for two weeks but afraid of addiction or not taking properly multiple x a day?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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