Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam)
Generic name: Alprazolam Oral Solution [al-PRAY-zoe-lam]Drug class: Benzodiazepines
Medically reviewed by . Last updated on Feb 16, 2023.
Warning
This medicine is a benzodiazepine. The use of a benzodiazepine drug along with opioid drugs has led to very bad side effects. Side effects that have happened include slowed or trouble breathing and death. Opioid drugs include drugs like codeine, oxycodone, and morphine. Opioid drugs are used to treat pain and some are used to treat cough. Talk with the doctor.
If you are taking Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution) with an opioid drug, get medical help right away if you feel very sleepy or dizzy; if you have slow, shallow, or trouble breathing; or if you pass out. Caregivers or others need to get medical help right away if the patient does not respond, does not answer or react like normal, or will not wake up.
Uses of Alprazolam Intensol
Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution) is a medication used to treat anxiety. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines which work by slowing down the central nervous system and calming the body. This medicine is taken orally and can be taken with or without food. It is important to follow the instructions of your doctor when taking this medication.
What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Alprazolam Intensol?
If you are allergic to Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution); any part of Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution); or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
If you have glaucoma.
If you are taking any of these drugs: Itraconazole or ketoconazole.
If you are breast-feeding. Do not breast-feed while you take Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution).
This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution). Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
What are some things I need to know or do while I take Alprazolam Intensol?
Tell all of your health care providers that you take Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
This medicine may be habit-forming with long-term use.
If you have been taking Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution) for a long time or at high doses, it may not work as well and you may need higher doses to get the same effect. This is known as tolerance. Call your doctor if Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution) stops working well. Do not take more than ordered.
Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution) affects you.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution).
Talk with your doctor before you use other drugs and natural products that slow your actions.
Have your blood work checked if you are on Alprazolam Intensol (alprazolam oral solution) for a long time. Talk with your doctor.
If you drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit often, talk with your doctor.
If you start or stop smoking, talk with your doctor. How much drug you take may need to be changed.
If you are 65 or older, use Alp
