Physical issues resulting from Xanax abuse can be dangerous. Just some of the common side effects that individuals suffer from are:. In addition to the physical effects of regular Xanax use, addiction can cause other serious problems. Xanax addiction frequently causes users to make procuring and taking the drug a priority. The addiction will come before work, before family, and before friends. This causes all areas of life to suffer, and it can lead to broken relationships and career failure.
It is also important to address the financial side of prescription drug addiction. Over time, physicians may not want to prescribe Xanax to patients, particularly those who require increased doses to accommodate their new tolerance to the drug.
This might mean paying cash when visiting clinics or purchasing expensive Xanax pills illegally through drug dealers. There are many physical and physiological effects when taking Xanax. It negatively impacts not just your body, but your mind as well. These effects can creep up on you.
You may not even realize you have a dependency. As you read through the symptoms, make sure to be honest with yourself. Perhaps you or a loved one are experiencing these symptoms due to a Xanax addiction.
Denial is a common effect when it comes to addiction. However, getting help starts with honesty. Obstacles like this can be overcome. Keep reading to get a more thorough understanding of what Xanax does. Another danger when it comes to Xanax is combining it with another substance. These pairings can cause injury and even death. Xanax and alcohol are a very dangerous combination.
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Xanax is a regulated schedule IV controlled substance. After taking Xanax, the peak effects of the drug are typically felt within one to two hours. Taking more than the prescribed dosage or using Xanax without a prescription is considered abuse of the drug.
However, even those who follow a prescription can fall victim to Xanax addiction and abuse. Xanax is typically abused because of the sense of calm and relaxation it causes in the user. Some people abuse Xanax by taking it in higher doses or combining it with other drugs or alcohol in order to achieve the desired high.
The first time I popped a Xanax was the first time I felt relief from my anxiety disorder… There was something oddly comforting about Xanax — the way it came in many shapes and colors, like peach and blue. I enjoyed looking at the pills. They were a pretty little assortment of happiness I could feel just by holding in my hands.
Although Xanax put a temporary stop to my agony, it soon introduced a new kind. Make a Call An overdose on Xanax can be fatal, especially if the substance is taken with alcohol or other drugs.
Overdose can also occur if the pills are crushed or chewed, as the drug is designed to be time-released into the system. Xanax overdose symptoms include:. Treatment for a Xanax overdose will depend on how much of the drug was taken and whether other drugs or alcohol were also taken.
In the event of an overdose, medical providers may pump the stomach to remove as much of the unabsorbed Xanax as possible. Medications such as Flumazenil may also be administered as antidotes. Doctors may insert an IV to provide necessary fluids. It is important for anyone suffering from an overdose to be honest with the emergency medical personnel about exactly what substances were taken and at what amount. Hollywood, FL.
View Center. Edwards, CO. Those suffering from Xanax addiction and abuse frequently combine the substance with alcohol or other pills — particularly Opiates — to get a better high. Weintraub has more than seven years of experience in providing client care in outpatient and inpatient settings. These venues include crisis intervention centers, psychiatric hospitals, and community agencies.
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She is board certified as a nurse practitioner. She specializes in Children, Adult, Family, and Geriatric psychiatry. John P. John was born and raised in San Diego. He is a certified addictions treatment counselor and clinical supervisor. He specializes in facilitating process groups, motivational interviewing, crisis intervention, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and community building. JP has extensive experience working with the criminal justice, Native American and Female populations.
Having gone through treatment himself, JP pursued a career in the field of addiction. David was born in Los Angeles California and raised in Indiana. Eventually residing roots in North County San Diego. David enjoyed a long successful, yet unfulfilling, career in communications as a fiber optic technician. Through personal recovery, he discovered a true passion for helping others and while on his journey had the pleasure of encountering Director Team Members of Crownview Co-Occurring Institute.
The team requested that David come in to interview and the rest is history. David has held many positions at CCI with a humble beginning as support staff, quickly being promoted to house manager.
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Working here at Crownview Co-Occurring Institute allows her to share her experience, strength and knowledge with our clients on a daily basis. Jovanna Wiggins Administrative Assistant.
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