Posted by Buckeye Fan on July 15, 2004, at 16:47:22
In reply to Re: Alcohol - an equivalent? » Buckeye Fan, posted by CindyLou on July 15, 2004, at 9:51:58
[i]"Thank you! So, is it best to take the Xanax at regular intervals throughout the day, rather than just "as needed" (when the anxiety hits hard?) If so, how often should I take it? (I will run this all by my pdoc, but for now I really appreciate everyone's advice!)"[/i]
Thanks again
CindyLou
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Dear Cindy,Since xanax is fast acting and has a short half-life...which means it will begin to lose its effect after about 4-6 hours ( everyone's system is a little different)
So some go with .25 three times a day ( morning..afternoon...and evening)for instance.That way there is a pretty constant amount, in your body over a 24 hour period.
I have not had any experience with the new Xanax XR ( extended relief) so I cannot advise on that
choice
Hope this helpsBuckeye Fan
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