Symptoms of Xanax Abuse
There is a lot of talk about the rise of prescription drug abuse in the media and else where these days. In fact, prescription drug abuse is on the rise more than ever before. Among commonly abused prescription drugs is the drug Xanax. Because tolerance to Xanax occurs quickly, those who are addicted can reach extraordinary levels of Xanax consumption. For example, a CNN report on Michael Jackson’s death stated that before he died, he was taking ten Xanax a night, which was a reduction from his earlier consumption of 30 – 40 Xanax a night. Individuals who abuse Xanax may not appear to be “high” but may exhibit some of the following other symptoms:
- Drowsiness
- Sedation
- Irritability
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Double vision
- Headache
- Memory problems
- Lack of focus
- Insomnia
- Swollen hands or feet
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Vomiting
- Lack of coordination
- Slurred speech
- Dry mouth or throat
- Tremors
- Confusion
- Loss of interest in sex
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If these symptoms are exhibited, it is usually because individuals are reaching high levels of Xanax consumption. If these signs are prevalent, it may be vital to find the pills or pill bottles and extend help to the person who is abusing the drug. Xanax comes in a bar-shaped pill that is scored so it can be broken into smaller doses. Xanax comes in a bar-shaped pill that is scored so it can be broken into smaller doses. Xanax pills are white but the generic form of the drug (alprazolam) may be green or yellow. Most individuals need to go through a detox program before beginning rehab for Xanax abuse.