Xanax

[Izzorc]

Hi - can anyone give me some insight into the use of Xanax. I have just been prescribed a months supply for 2 a day 60 pills. I understand the dosage is very low 0.5, does that sound correct. I have an addictive personality as it is, although I am going through a very stressful time with a newly diagnosed autistic son. Any advise on how to use this without becoming dependent would be helpful.

Thanks.

[windysan]

It is very difficult to NOT get addicted to xanax. Xanax is very addicting.

[Cali...]

I feel for you because of your daily struggles with your son. However, please try to find another solution for your stress and anxiety. Xanax (benzos) is the #1 addictive RX and getting off it takes months to a year. Even at a low dose, you will get addicted fast.

Please read all of the horror stories from the board.

[bluejulie5]

Originally Posted by Izzorc

Hi - can anyone give me some insight into the use of Xanax. I have just been prescribed a months supply for 2 a day 60 pills. I understand the dosage is very low 0.5, does that sound correct. I have an addictive personality as it is, although I am going through a very stressful time with a newly diagnosed autistic son. Any advise on how to use this without becoming dependent would be helpful.

Thanks.

All xanax does to me is knock me out.
(even at the dosage you are taking). Does it make you drowsey????
Sounds to me like you need to be alert to take care of your son,
plus xanax is addictive.
What about an anti-depressant?

[WICHRIS]

Hey there...Concerning your question about xanax...I also agree with the previous posts , and Wind- I had to admit I had a good laugh at your last
reply , you are exactly " straight ,sober to the point ! "...yes often times,
patients are rxd benzos,ADs as first line tx without even considering some
of the " non-chemical approaches " to reducing anxiety,stress,etc..eating
healthy,exercise regulary,yoga,mediatation,therapy," walking it off " ,etc..
However, if one MUST use a benzo as rxed by their PCP - try asking your
doc about a benzo with a longer half-life (such as diazepam,clonazepam,etc..)
the extremely short half-life of alprazolam is indeed one of the many traits
that lends to its high rate of " abuse/dependence/escalating dosages,etc.)..
However, as the previous posters replied I am in total agreement as to a
benzo being used until "..all else has failed.."..Hey Wind, on a personal note,
if I ever make it to an AA meeting , could use a " sponsor " such as yourself..
I have always respected your posts/replies,etc...

Peace..Recovery & Serenity to All...Chris