Hello, my daughter who is 21 ,she was prescribed zolax today for the first time. Is it safe to take it? I worry . Also, what is start dosage? , Also she drinks sometimes and smoke , is it going to interfere with the medicine?. Thank you. Concerning sleepless mother.
Hi, Zola (alprazolam) is Benzodiazepine commonly prescribed to treat anxiety, panic disorders, and anxiety caused by depression. Its starting dose is usually 0.5 mg once daily preferably at bedtime. Dosage should be reduced gradually when discontinuing therapy. Its most common side effects include lightheadedness, dizziness, sleepiness, habit-forming (liable for addiction), memory impairment, ataxia and cognitive dysfunction. Because of safety concerns, it should not be used during pregnancy. Consuming alcohol while on Zola can increase dizziness, Chat Doctor.  She should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being on Zola and also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as