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ALPRAZolam

ALPRAZolam
Brand names: ALPRAZolam ER
Form Strength ANAN ASMP LACH LALK LOHH LOLR LOWC SDSD SESE SFSF Formulary Status
TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE, ORAL 0.5 mg; 1 mg                  
TABLET, ORAL 0.5 mg; 0.25 mg; 1 mg

VIEW MORE Benzodiazepines
CLASS
282408

Comments:

Medications Approved for Automatic Therapeutic Interchange Dosage Conversion Guidelines
(Note:  “Therapeutic Interchange” should be placed in the order comments

Benzodiazepines

Medication
Ordered

Brand Name

Available Dosages

Frequency

Formulary Medication

Equivalent
Dose

Frequency

 

Alprazolam ER

Xanax XR

1mg

Daily

Alprazolam (regular release)

0.25mg

q6 hours

2mg

0.5mg

q6 hours

3mg

0.5mg

q6 hours

4mg

1mg

q6 hours

*Note:  Contact the MD for equivalent regular release alprazolam dosing when Xanax XR 0.5mg and doses >4mg/day are ordered.

Drug Name Common Side Effects
alprazolam
  • drowsiness, light-headedness
  • dry mouth
  • changes in appetite (increased or decreased)

Last updated: May. 9, 2023


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