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Pharmacy/Health News & Articles Tagged: ALPRAZOLAM, alprazolam, alprazolam
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[ 27-Dec-2008 ] Benzodiazepine Class
Benzodiazepines became widely available for medical purposes in the 1960s and replaced barbiturates in treatments of many conditions. Benzodiazepines proved themselves less prone to abuse than barbiturates, in addition to being safer — accidental overdose…
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[ 02-Jan-2009 ] Anti-anxiety drugs and abuse
Anti-anxiety drugs, or “anxiolytics”, are powerful central nervous system (CNS) depressants that can slow normal brain function. They are often prescribed to reduce feelings of tension and anxiety, and/or to bring about sleep. Anti-anxiety medications…
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[ 12-Feb-2009 ] Alprazolam (Xanax, Xanor, Tafil, Niravam) FAQ
What is the difference between Xanax and Xanax Retard? Is it important for a patient taking 1.0 mg before going to sleep? Action of Xanax comes into force in 1-2 hours and lasts during 16 hours. Xanax Retard as a rule is taken by 1mg in 24 hours.
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[ 29-Jul-2009 ] Anxiolytic agents and ethnic variations: Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines comprise the most frequently prescribed subclass of antianxiety agents. These agents, first introduced in the early 1960s, quickly replaced the use of barbiturates as the pharmacological approach to anxiety.
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[ 18-Oct-2009 ] Guidelines for the rational use of benzodiazepines
Recreational users should limit use of benzodiazepines to once a week or less to minimize problems. Every day use is discouraged because addiction and tolerance can become an issue (editor). The main actions of benzodiazepines (hypnotic, anxiolytic, anticonvulsant,…
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[ 10-Nov-2009 ] Benzodiazepine information (alprazolam, chlordiazepoxide, lorazepam, diazepam, halazepam, oxazepam)
Hundreds of substances have been developed that produce central nervous system (CNS) depression. These drugs have been referred to as downers, sedatives, hypnotics, minor tranquilizers, anxiolytics, and antianxiety medications. Unlike most other classes…
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[ 26-Nov-2009 ] Drug types: depressants (barbiturates, benzodiazepines, opiates, opioids)
Depressants generally have the opposite effect of stimulants. Many depressants are used as sedatives or tranquilizers, terms often used as if they mean the same thing even though some experts would dispute such interchangeable usage of the terms sedative…
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[ 04-Feb-2010 ] Pharmacological treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
Shortly after their introduction in the 1960s, benzodiazepines emerged as the treatment of choice for those experiencing generalized anxiety, though syndromal generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) would not be identifi ed in the psychiatric nosology for…
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[ 07-Feb-2010 ] Alprazolam (Xanax, Xanor, Tafil) and clonazepam (Klonopin, Rivotril) for treatment of panic disorder
The introduction of the benzodiazepines represented a significant advance in the treatment of panic disorder. In contrast to MAOIs and TCAs, the benzodiazepines begin to provide relief the very first day of treatment, and many patients experience a…
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