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Is It Safe To Take Alprazolam Every Night?
Is it ok to take alprazolam every night to help to get to sleep? I recently weaned off Lexapro and my anxiety is worse at night. When I try to fall asleep I get the sensation that I am suffocating and wake up with my heart pounding. Alprazolam helps this.
Wed, 3 May 2023
Hi,
Alprazolam is a medication that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepines, which are commonly used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. This medicine is also used to treat insomnia like sleep disorders. However, benzodiazepines are known to be habit-forming, and taking them regularly, particularly in higher doses or for prolonged periods, can lead to dependence, tolerance, and withdrawal symptoms.
Therefore, it is generally not recommended to take alprazolam every night for an extended period, particularly without medical supervision. Your symptoms of anxiety and insomnia may be indicative of an underlying condition that requires further evaluation and treatment. There may be other medications or therapies that can be used to treat your symptoms without the risk of dependence and other adverse effects associated with benzodiazepines.
Your healthcare provider can evaluate your medical history and symptoms, and recommend appropriate treatments or refer you to a specialist if necessary. In some cases, therapy or non-medication interventions such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or relaxation techniques may be recommended to help manage anxiety and improve sleep.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Alprazolam is a medication that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepines, which are commonly used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. This medicine is also used to treat insomnia like sleep disorders. However, benzodiazepines are known to be habit-forming, and taking them regularly, particularly in higher doses or for prolonged periods, can lead to dependence, tolerance, and withdrawal symptoms.
Therefore, it is generally not recommended to take alprazolam every night for an extended period, particularly without medical supervision. Your symptoms of anxiety and insomnia may be indicative of an underlying condition that requires further evaluation and treatment. There may be other medications or therapies that can be used to treat your symptoms without the risk of dependence and other adverse effects associated with benzodiazepines.
Your healthcare provider can evaluate your medical history and symptoms, and recommend appropriate treatments or refer you to a specialist if necessary. In some cases, therapy or non-medication interventions such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or relaxation techniques may be recommended to help manage anxiety and improve sleep.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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