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Alprazolam is a short-acting benzodiazepine which is a kind of sleep-inducing drug (anti-anxiety drug, psychiatric drug).

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Short acting benzodiazepine

Brands

Alzam • Panix • Xanor • Zopax • Xanax

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Drowsiness
Irritability
Confusion
Dizziness
Nausea
Fatigue
Difficulty concentrating
Poor coordination
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Low blood pressure
Leaking urine
Difficulty talking
Incontinence
Extra saliva
Double vision
Disinhibition
Loss of coordination
Rash

Serious

Heart palpitations
Slow or irregular breathing
Drug problems
Low blood pressure
Suicidal thoughts
Illegal drug abuse

Treats

Panic disorder
3.4
71 reviews

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