Alprazolam: Effective But Dangerous Medication For Anxiety During PMS
Its effect
Alprazolam also known as Xanax is an effective drug of benzodiazepine class that is prescribed to improve the emotional state during PMS. This medication has sedative effect that easily manages with mood swings, the feel of anxiety and various stress symptoms.
When Is It Reasonable To Use Alprazolam?
In case of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) alprazolam is prescribed when the patient experiences anxiety as the main emotional symptom and other therapy proved to be useless.
As alprazolam is very short-acting drug, it is prescribed only for several days of premenstrual phase of cycle, when used longer it becomes ineffective.
Also it causes addiction when used for long-term, that is why it is highly recommended not to overdose or use longer than prescribed. It is effective against irritability and feel of anxiety only when used in full accordance with doctor’s advices. Otherwise it makes patients dull and dispirited.
By Effects
The following side effects can occur when taking alprazolam:
· Physical addiction that can be fatal, especially in case of abrupt withdrawal.
· Sleepiness.
· Low arterial pressure.
· Loss of interest to anything, apathetic mood.
· Vertigo.
· Oblivion.
· The increase of body weight.
When taking alprazolam, be careful when driving a car or doing something requiring increased concentration. Alprazolam may complicate such activities due to its sedative effect.
You Should Know This
Often the feel of anxiety is connected with other PMS symptoms. For instance, weight gain or emotional instability like mood swings can lead to anxiety feelings. That is why it is possible to get rid of anxiety by treating the symptoms it was caused by without any additional medications like alprazolam.
It is enough only a few weeks of taking alprazolam to become addictive to it. It should be taken only under doctor’s care to avoid life-threatening side effects.
Before taking antianxiety drugs compare their effect with possible by effects. And of course, consult a doctor.
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