{"id":9058,"date":"2020-02-21T13:00:47","date_gmt":"2020-02-21T18:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=9058"},"modified":"2025-04-08T13:50:12","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T17:50:12","slug":"how-long-does-xanax-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-long-does-xanax-last\/","title":{"rendered":"How long does Xanax last?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If anxiety is starting to affect your work and relationships or even leading to panic attacks, a healthcare provider may prescribe medication. Xanax is commonly prescribed to treat generalized anxiety and panic disorders, and it\u2019s often used along with psychotherapy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, it\u2019s not the be-all and end-all of treatment. Xanax is an effective medication but is only used short-term due to the potential for addiction and dependence on the drug. For this reason, Xanax is classified as a controlled substance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Before taking any drug\u2014let alone a controlled substance\u2014it\u2019s essential to learn about its effects and how long they\u2019ll last. Here, we explain what Xanax should and should not feel like, how long Xanax lasts, and how to take it responsibly.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What does Xanax feel like?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Xanax<\/span><\/a> is the brand name of a generic medication called<\/span> alprazolam<\/span><\/a>. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines, or benzos for short. Other benzodiazepines include<\/span> Valium<\/span><\/a> (diazepam),<\/span> Ativan<\/span><\/a> (lorazepam), and<\/span> Klonopin<\/span><\/a> (clonazepam). Benzodiazepines slow down activity in the central nervous system (CNS).<\/span><\/p>\n

Xanax doesn\u2019t cause the traditional “high” that some illicit drugs do. Instead, it causes a calming effect that can help relieve symptoms in people with depression, anxiety, and panic disorders. Xanax can cause a multitude of other effects, including a feeling of relaxation, drowsiness, or even euphoria.<\/span><\/p>\n

Xanax is the most<\/span> commonly prescribed<\/span><\/a> psychotropic medication in the U.S. It works for many people, but it can also become habit-forming and has numerous side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Xanax side effects<\/span><\/h3>\n

Here\u2019s a list of some of the most <\/span>common side effects<\/span><\/a> of Xanax:<\/span><\/p>\n