Important Safety Information: XANAX XR should not be used if you are allergic to
benzodiazepines, have a condition called acute narrow angle glaucoma,
or are taking the anti-fungal medications ketoconazole or itraconazole. XANAX XR is
not recommended for use in pregnancy. Therefore, let your doctor know if you are pregnant,
if you are planning to become pregnant, or if you become pregnant while you are taking this
medication. Let your doctor know if you are nursing.
The most common side effect is sedation, but this often decreases or goes away in most
people after their bodies get used to the drug. Until you experience how XANAX XR affects
you, do not drive a car or operate potentially dangerous machinery, etc. Other common side
effects, which occur in fewer patients, include sleepiness, memory impairment, impaired
speech, abnormal coordination and/or muscle action, and reduced sexual drive. Some patients
may experience side effects associated with psychological and/or physical dependence on
XANAX XR. Medications like XANAX XR, even when used as recommended, may produce psychological
and/or physical dependence. This may make it very difficult to discontinue treatment with
XANAX XR. Discontinuation symptoms, including the possibility of seizures, may occur following
abrupt discontinuation from any dose, but the risk may be increased with extended use at doses
greater than 4 mg/day. It is important that you get your doctor's advice on how to discontinue
treatment safely and carefully. Gradually tapering your XANAX XR dose will help to decrease the
possibility of discontinuation symptoms.
For more information, see important safety information.
