Alporazolam >> Xanax

موضوع: Alporazolam >> Xanax الخميس أكتوبر 09, 2008 6:55 pm

Alporazolam

Trade name: Xanax

Drug class: Benzodiazepines

Therapeutic action

It works by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain

Dosage: Tab 0.25 - 0.5 mg t.i.d

Indications

Treatment of anxiety disorders
Panic attacks
Treatment of depression
Fear of open spaces
Premenstrual syndrome

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity
Respiratory depressant
Acute pulmonary insufficiency

Side effects

Drowsiness, confusion, dizziness, irritability.
Light-headedness
Tiredness
Talkativeness, Dry mouth
Changes in sex drive or ability
Changes in appetite
Weight changes
Difficulty urinating

Nursing considerations
Given with caution to pt with

Hepatic diseases, and Chronic renal failure
Chronic pulmonary insufficiency
Pregnancy, labor, and lactation
Advise pt avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight
Instruct pt not to drive the car when he take this drug