Self Defense Magazine Semester 2 Self Defense Magazine on Drugs | Page 14

Xanax

Alprazolam, available under the trade name Xanax, is a minor tranquilizer.

In general it is available in chewable tablets, slow release pills, and compressed tablets.

Xanax is mostly used to treat anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and nausea due to chemotherapy.

Side effects include:

- Amnesia and concentration problems

- Slurred speech

- Drowsiness

- Dizziness

- Lightheadedness

- Fatigue

- Dry mouth