Xanax 2mg

Forms and dosages

Xanax is administered orally with or without food. According to the prescribing information, the usual starting dose for anxiety is 0.25 to 0.5mg three times daily, increased gradually as needed; for panic disorder, the initial 0.5mg three times daily can be titrated to higher doses under medical supervision. The extended-release formulation is taken once daily. Tablets should be swallowed whole; extended-release tablets must not be crushed or chewed.

Indications

Xanax is approved in adults for the short-term management of generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder with or without agoraphobia. According to international guidelines, prescription should be limited to the lowest effective dose for the shortest period needed, typically two to four weeks for anxiety, with periodic reassessment. Xanax is not indicated for primary depression, primary insomnia or paediatric populations outside specific specialist settings.