Xanax belongs to a class of drugs know as benzodiazepines which includes other well known prescription drugs suchas Valium, Klonopin, and Ativan. These drugs are central nervous system depressants and are prescribed in the treatment of anxiety disorders. As one of the fastest acting benzodiazepines, Xanax very quickly produces feelings of relaxation in the user which is one of the reasons it is so addictive. Like all bezodiazapines, using Xanax with alcohol can lead to a fatal overdose.

Prolonged use of Xanax results in increased tolerance (the need for greater or more frequent doses to achieve the same effect) and the potential for withdrawal (the experience of painful and sometimes very dangerous symptoms when the drug is stopped abruptly). Some Xanax addicts end up taking enormous amounts of the drug in an attempt to recreate the feeling they experience from it and to avoid experiencing withdrawal. Because of the potential for dangerous and even lethal withdrawal symptoms - including seizures, insomnia, anxiety, and depression – the safest way for an addict to stop abusing Xanax is to undergo Xanax detox under medical supervision. After detox, the recovering addict will be involved in a rehab program that helps them restructure their lifestyle. None of these steps are possible, however, without the addict first accepting help. If you are abusing or addicted to Xanax and are ready to begin the path to recovery, please give us a call now. If have a loved one who you believe is addicted to Xanax but who has been unwilling to accept help please call us to discuss scheduling a Xanax intervention