Xanax is a neuro depressant tablet. It comes under benzodiazepine drugs category. there are various side effects of this have been seen in various cases such as memory loss, drowsiness, excessive sweating, nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Vivid Dreams & stuffy nose etc.
Xanax which is also known as generic name Alprazolam, is not over the counter medicine but it is only available under prescription.
Xanax is widely used to treat panic disorders and anxiety issue such as GAD & PTSD. Since many people are suffered with this problem in United States, It is one of the most prescribed medicine.
Many medical practitioner prescribe Xanax because it relaxes & calms body and mind of patients. If someone having trouble sleeping & muscle spasm they can also consume Xanax as per prescription. Although it is very important to understand that Xanax affects everyone differently and can be potentially fatal if misused or taken in excessive doses.
doctors generally start prescribing Xanax with small doses and later increase doses as per requirement.