Oral
Alprazolam
Alpraz, Xanax
Very short half-life – used for panic disorder
[Peak] 1 hour
Half-life 6-26 hours
- Mechanism of Action
- Positively modulates GABAA receptors (BZ1 and BZ2), augmenting the inhibitory effects of the GABA neurotransmitter.
Clinical Use
- Adverse Effects
- Drowsiness
- Hypersalivation
- Muscle weakness
- Vertigo
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