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Is it okay to take half a .50 xanax (alprazolam) before i go to dentist to get cavities? i get so nervous when i see dentist..wud it be okay to take this pill?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Kenneth Grossman answered

Yes: But make sure you tell your dentist and have someone drive you to and from appointments!

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/17/2013

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Dr. Dave Burns answered

Yes: Let your dentist know and relax thru other techniques.

Dr Lessnau agreed

Answered 5/17/2013

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Not a problem: Xanax (alprazolam) is very safe. Nothing wrong taking it before seeing a dentist. 0.25 may do a similar job.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/17/2013

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A member asked:

Is it okay to take half a .50 xanax (alprazolam) before i go to dentist to get cavities? i get so nervous when i see dentist..wud it be okay to take this pill?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Kenneth Grossman answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Dr. Dave Burns answered

Dr Lessnau agreed

Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

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