Xanax Addiction

Xanax addiction has become an increasing problem and has contributed to a large percentage of the prescription drug abuse problem in this country. Today, approximately three million Americans (1.6% of the adult population) have used benzodiazepine on a daily basis for at least 12 months. Xanax is a Central Nervous System (CNA) depressant known as benzodiazepine which is commonly prescribed by physicians to treat panic attacks, nervousness, and tension. Xanax, also known as alprazolam and considered to be a Schedule IV controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).

Xanax addiction often occurs accidentally. Xanax, produces a calming or soothing effect on people by “slowing the brain down.” By slowing the neurotransmitters down the Xanax tends to relieve feelings of stress and panic. However, Xanax addiction can occur because much like other addictive drugs, tolerance occurs where the Xanax user must take more and more of the drug to achieve the same effect. In time, the addicted patient no longer takes the Xanax for anxiety caused by external factors, but for anxiety caused by not taking more Xanax.
Eventually, physical dependance and full blown Xanax addiction occurs where the person will experience severe withdrawal symptoms when the person attempts to quit taking the drug. One of the major difficulties with Xanax withdrawal is that it increases the initial symptoms the addict was trying to suppress. The brain, which was sedated by the Xanax, begins to race, creating even more anxiety. This, coupled with the anxiety produced by withdrawal can be extremely intense and difficult to cope with. Most people will start to feel symptoms of Xanax withdrawal within 12 hours of the last dose, and symptoms will peak within 3-4 days. Residual and lingering symptoms of Xanax withdrawal can last for months.

Some symptoms of a Xanax withdrawal include:

• Anxiety
• Panic
• Moodiness
• Insomnia
• Tremors
• Convulsion
• Nightmares
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Hallucination
• Seizures
• Possible death

If you or a loved one is addicted to Xanax, it is important to seek help for Xanax addiction. Xanax is a highly addictive drug and the effects can be devastating. Many lose their jobs, dreams and ambitions. But, the good news is that Xanax addiction can be treated by attending the correct Xanax addiction treatment program.

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