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A member asked:

Was on intermittent 0.5 xanax (alprazolam) over a few months, in my case is stopping cold turkey dangerous? how long off can i be sure i'm passed seizure risk?

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Xanax (alprazolam) withdrawal: Should be fine. You were only on it a short time and was using intermittent.

Answered 1/21/2016

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