Xanax

2007-08-27T01:10:00.000-07:00

The FDA puts restrictions on many types of drugs, especially ones that have addictive properties. Medications such as OxyContin, morphine, Ritalin, etc., can only be filled once, and the prescriber needs to write a new Rx each time. Drugs such as Xanax or Ambien can only be refilled for up to six months or five times (whichever is sooner), but many physicians will not prescribe more than a month at a time, because those drugs need to be well-monitored.

Xanax

2007-07-14T13:40:00.000-07:00

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to Xanax or to other benzodiazepines, such as chlordiazepoxide (Librium), clorazepate (Tranxene), diazepam (Valium), lorazepam (Ativan), or oxazepam (Serax). This medication can cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Do not use Xanax if you are pregnant.
Before taking Xanax, tell your doctor if you have any breathing problems, glaucoma, kidney or liver disease, or a history of depression, suicidal thoughts, or addiction to drugs or alcohol.Do not drink alcohol while taking Xanax. This medication can increase the effects of alcohol.
Avoid using other medicines that make you sleepy. They can add to sleepiness caused by Xanax.Xanax may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Xanax should never be shared with another person, especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a secure place where others cannot get to it.
It is dangerous to try and purchase Xanax on the Internet or from vendors outside of the United States. Medications distributed from Internet sales may contain dangerous ingredients, or may not be distributed by a licensed pharmacy. Samples of Xanax purchased on the Internet have been found to contain haloperidol (Haldol), a potent antipsychotic drug with dangerous side effects. For more information, contact the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or visit www.fda.gov/buyonlineguide.