There are many people in the world who suffer from depression and
problems with anxiety. Xanax is one of the medications prescribed to
people with various types of anxiety disorders such as Panic Disorder,
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and anxiety disorders that are
associated with depression. Although Xanax has been a helpful drug to
many who suffer from anxiety disorders, there are, however, Xanax side
effects for its users to consider.
Xanax Side Effects
Some
of the Xanax side effects can prove to be severe. It has been reported
that Xanax side effects, if experienced, are usually experienced at the
onset of the Xanax therapy and will generally vanish upon continued use
of the medication. It has also been reported that with most patients,
the most common side effects are probable to be an extension of the
pharmacological activity of alprazolam which will involve drowsiness or
light-headedness.
There are, however, additional
Xanax side effects that can occur within patients that include
depression, headache, confusion and insomnia, dry mouth, constipation,
diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, nasal congestion, weight
gain, weight loss, dermatitis, allergy, tremor, rigidity, hypotension
tachycardia/palpitations, increased salivation, akathisia, dizziness,
syncope and nervousness, changes in libido (sex drive) and an increase
or decrease in sugar levels. Due to the possible Xanax side affect to
one’s sugar level, Xanax may be a risky drug to take for patients with
sugar diabetes.
What to Talk With Your Doctor about Before Taking Xanax
Consult
with your doctor prior to taking Xanax and inform him of any
medications that you are already taking. It is also important to inform
your doctor about any further medical conditions that you may have
other than your anxiety disorder
If you or your loved
one is presently taking or has taken Xanax in the past and is now
experiencing adverse reactions, it is important to seek immediate
medical attention.