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I was prescribed .25mg of xanax due to some anxiety. i only took two in the last two days as needed. i am wondering if i didnt need to take anymore and wanted to have a few drinks a week from now would i be ok to do so? thanks?

Q: i was prescribed .25mg of xanax due to some anxiety. i only took two in the last two days as needed. i am wondering if i didnt need to take anymore and wanted to have a few drinks a week from now would i be ok to do so? thanks?

: I wouldn't expect interaction from that small amount of xanax in a week from now.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

I wouldn't expect interaction from that small amount of xanax in a week from now.

Answered 12/19/2021

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

If all is better and the Xanax has been stopped, would not be concerned about exaggerated effect of holiday alcohol. A few drinks one week from now would provide a routine outcome.

Answered 12/19/2021

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A member asked:

I was prescribed .25mg of xanax due to some anxiety. i only took two in the last two days as needed. i am wondering if i didnt need to take anymore and wanted to have a few drinks a week from now would i be ok to do so? thanks?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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