Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Gabazolamine-05
  2. Niravam
  3. Xanax
  4. Xanax XR

Canadian Brand Name

  1. Alti-ALPRAZolam

Descriptions


Alprazolam is used to relieve symptoms of anxiety, including anxiety caused by depression. It is also used to treat panic disorder in some patients.

Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepines belong to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants, which are medicines that slow down the nervous system.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet
  • Tablet, Disintegrating
  • Solution
  • Tablet, Extended Release