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xanbars
by pennysmomma, Dec 29, 2006 12:00AM
Ok I have a friend that Im truly worried about shes been smoking like a chimney ( she only has one lung) shes also been drinking like a fish, now i find out shes taking xanbars, WHAT is that? Is it a pill or what? i went to a web site and it was a tokers 420 that said it was great! then I went to another site that was some sorta pharmacy thing, So any one know of what it really is? I guess its getting popular and im just sheltered. Any way any information would be great I need to know as much as I can if im gonna help my friend.
Thanks
Thanks
Most people take half to four of these at a time with alcohol. It tremendously increases the effects of alcohol, and most people have a huge amount of memory loss the next after taking it. They are not able to remember much of what happened or what they did the night before.
Tell her these are terrible for her, especially in her condition.
Good Luck, Hun!
Orangefyre
Xanax Tablets
Pronunciation: al-PRAY-zoe-lam
Generic Name: Alprazolam Tablets
Brand Name: Xanax
Xanax Tablets - used for:
Treating anxiety and panic disorder. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Xanax Tablets is a benzodiazepine. It works by slowing down the movement of chemicals in the brain. This results in a reduction in nervous tension (anxiety).
Do NOT use Xanax Tablets if:
* you are allergic to any ingredient in Xanax Tablets or other benzodiazepines (eg, diazepam)
* you have acute narrow-angle glaucoma, severe liver disease, or a mental state where contact with reality is lost (psychosis)
* you are taking an azole antifungal (eg, itraconazole, ketoconazole), delavirdine, or sodium oxybate (GHB)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Xanax Tablets:
Some medical conditions may interact with Xanax Tablets. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
* if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
* if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
* if you have allergies to medicines or other substances
* if you have glaucoma or a predisposition for glaucoma, liver problems, lung problems or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), muscle problems, depression, suicidal tendencies, a blood disorder known as porphyria, or a history of substance abuse or dependence
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Xanax Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
* Rifampin or St. John's wort because the effectiveness of Xanax Tablets may be decreased
* Azole antifungals (eg, itraconazole, ketoconazole), cimetidine, clozapine, delavirdine, fluvoxamine, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, ritonavir), fluoxetine, macrolides and ketolides (eg, erythromycin, azithromycin), nefazodone, omeprazole, propoxyphene, sodium oxybate (GHB), or valproic acid because side effects such as increased sedation or heart problems may occur
* Clozapine, hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), or valproic acid because the actions and side effects of these medicines may be increased
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Xanax Tablets may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Xanax Tablets:
Use Xanax Tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
* Xanax Tablets may be taken with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
* Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while you are being treated with Xanax Tablets.
* If you miss a dose of Xanax Tablets and you are using it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Xanax Tablets.
Important safety information about Xanax Tablets:
* Xanax Tablets may cause drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or blurred vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Xanax Tablets. Using Xanax Tablets alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
* Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medications that cause drowsiness (eg, sedatives, tranquilizers) while taking Xanax Tablets. Xanax Tablets will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines are depressants.
* Do not smoke while using Xanax Tablets. Cigarette smoking decreases blood levels of Xanax Tablets. Tell your doctor if you smoke or if you have recently stopped smoking.
* Use Xanax Tablets with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
* Xanax Tablets is not recommended for use in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
* PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Xanax Tablets has been shown to cause harm to the human fetus. If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Xanax Tablets during pregnancy. Xanax Tablets is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Xanax Tablets.
When used for long periods of time or at high doses, Xanax Tablets may not work as well and may require higher doses to obtain the same effect as when originally taken. This is known as TOLERANCE. Talk with your doctor if Xanax Tablets stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.
Xanax Tablets may be habit-forming and lead to DEPENDENCE if used in high doses or for a long period of time. If you are on long-term or high dosage therapy, you may have WITHDRAWAL symptoms (eg, convulsions, tremor, stomach and muscle cramps, vomiting, sweating) if you suddenly stop taking this medicine. Do not stop therapy abruptly or change dosage without asking your pharmacist or doctor. Discuss overuse with your doctor or pharmacist.
Possible side effects of Xanax Tablets:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Attention disturbance; blurred vision; changes in weight; clumsiness; constipation; decreased appetite; decreased sex drive; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; flu; headache; impaired coordination/balance; increased salivation; joint pain; lightheadedness; nausea; nervousness; pounding in the chest; rapid