Xanax side effects and withdrawal symptoms

XANAX - (Alprazolam, Niravam)

side effects and withdrawal symptoms

XANAX is a short-acting drug in the benzodiazepine class of medications and is one of the most prescribed medications in the world today. XANAX reaches it peak level in the body within 1-2 hours. This short half-life may also contribute to possible episodes of breakthrough anxiety as the body reaches tolerance to the drug.

XANAX also alters the sleep architecture by reducing the amounts of restorative Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep and increasing the non-restorative sleep patterns. This can result in daytime drowsiness and poor cognitive function. XANAX can also depress the tone of respiratory muscles, which may lead to sleep apnea.

In a United States physician survey, 84% of doctors reported XANAX as being extremely problematic in terms of the severity and prolonged nature of the benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome after discontinuation. Therefore discontinuation of XANAX should be done so in a slow and gradual dose reduction.

XANAX,like many drugs, deplete the body of essential vitamins, minerals as well as Glutathione (the body’s master antioxidant). Glutathione is essential for a healthy immune system and the detoxification process. Low Glutathione levels are associated with immune and liver dysfunction, cardiac disease and premature aging.

This may explain why prolonged use of benzodiazepines can severely compromise our health. Dr. Jimmy Gutman describes Glutathione as “Food for the Immune System.” Replenishing the body of critical Glutathione levels not only helps to improve immune function, but also allows the body to detoxify naturally.

The POINT of RETURN Withdrawal Program was specifically developed to address the extensive depletion caused by XANAX , while also providing support to the body and brain during the withdrawal process.

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The POINT OF RETURN Withdrawal Program includes the following components to begin the withdrawal process from XANAX:

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POINT OF RETURN workbook provides safe physician written tapering guidelines that minimize the withdrawal symptoms. The book also provides potential Interaction Items to remove from your diet for XANAX . Bananas, Turkey, Barley, Chamomile and many other everyday items can interact with XANAX and make the withdrawal process more difficult.

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symptoms MAY include but not limited to:

XANAX Side Effects May Include:
abdominal discomfort, abnormal involuntary movement, agitation, allergies, anxiety, blurred vision, chest pain, confusion, constipation, decreased or increased sex drive, depression, diarrhea, difficult urination, dream abnormalities, drowsiness, dry mouth, fainting, fatigue, fluid retention, headache, hyperventilation (too frequent or too deep breathing), inability to fall asleep, increase or decrease in appetite, increased or decreased salivation, impaired memory, irritability, lack of or decreased coordination, light-headedness, low blood pressure, menstrual problems, muscular twitching, nausea and vomiting, nervousness, painful menstruation, palpitations, rapid heartbeat, rash, restlessness, ringing in the ears, sedation, sexual dysfunction, skin inflammation, speech difficulties, stiffness, stuffy nose, sweating, tiredness/sleepiness, tremors, upper respiratory infections, weakness, or weight gain, Abnormal muscle tone, arm or leg pain, concentration difficulties, dizziness, double vision, fear, hallucinations, hot flushes, inability to control urination or bowel movements, infection, itching, joint pain, loss of appetite, muscle cramps, muscle spasticity, rage, seizures, shortness of breath, sleep disturbances, slurred speech, stimulation, talkativeness, taste alterations, temporary memory loss, tingling or pins and needles, uninhibited behavior, urine retention, weakness in muscle and bone, yellow eyes and skin

XANAX Abrupt Discontinuation Symptoms May Include:
anxiety, blurred vision, decreased concentration, decreased mental clarity, depression, diarrhea, headache, heightened awareness of noise or bright lights, hot flushes, impaired sense of smell, insomnia, loss of appetite, loss of reality, muscle cramps, nervousness, rapid breathing, seizures, tingling sensation, tremor, twitching, weight loss

XANAX Withdrawal Symptoms May Include:
abdominal pains, aching, agoraphobia, anxiety, blurred vision, body vibrations, changes in perception, diarrhea, distended abdomen, feeling of unreality, flu-like symptoms, flatulence, food cravings, hair loss, heart palpitations, heavy limbs, increased allergies, increased sense of smell, insomnia, lethargy, loss of balance, metallic taste, muscle spasms, nightmares, panic attacks, paranoia, persistent & unpleasant memories, severe headaches, shaking, short term memory loss, sore mouth and tongue, sound & light sensitivity, speech difficulties, sweating, suicidal thoughts, tinnitus, unusually sensitive, fear

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