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Alprazolam

Alprazolam refers to a benzodiazepine sedative that causes dose-related depression of the central nervous system . It is useful in treating anxiety , panic attacks, insomnia , and muscle spasms.

The brand name is Xanax, and a generic version is available. Alprazolam is a tranquilizer that belongs to a group of drugs called benzodiazepines . The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Alprazolam to treat anxiety, panic disorder, and anxiety associated with depression. Occasionally alprazolam is used to treat alcohol withdrawal , but it is not FDA-approved for this use, and is not normally the first drug tried in treating alcohol withdrawal symptoms.

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