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Article: Xanax and Halcion: two drugs that raise concern.
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- November 1, 1989
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XANAX AND HALCION: TWO DRUGS THAT RAISE CONCERN
The bestselling anti-anxiety drug Xanax (generic name: alprazolam) has just been approved for the treatment of panic disorder. Approval came with the provison that its manufacturer, Upjohn, develop labeling that warns of potential adverse reactions. Supplying the patient package insert (PPI) is mandatory, but, unfortunately, its distribution by the prescribing doctor will be voluntary.
The PPI will feature warnings about the rebound effect after discontinuing the drug, the severe difficulty some people have in withdrawal, the alternate treatments that are available, and the risk of withdrawal seizures ...