Posted by christophrejmc on February 21, 2002, at 17:31:20
In reply to Is Addiction to Xanex really harmful?, posted by mdertinger on February 21, 2002, at 15:02:02
> What is the harm in being addicted to Xanex?
> Can taking Xanex regularly for years do harm to your body?I'm uncomfortable saying "no," as anything is possible when taking any medication, but it is highly unlikely.
> How often can I take Xanex without becoming addicted?
It depends, I don't think most people become addicted, but if you take a lot (.5mg nightly is a relatively small dose), there's the possibility that you will have rebound insomnia or anxiety upon withdrawl.
> Recently, I've been taking .5 mg every night to help me sleep.
Most people develop tolerance to the sedating effects of benzodiazepines within a few weeks of daily use. If your main problem is insomnia, you might try other medications like Ambien, Sonata, or low doses of the antidepressant Desyrel (trazodone) if and when Xanax loses its effect, or if you are experiencing side-effects.
-Chris
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