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Alprazolam (Xanax) Medication
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Alprazolam Brand Name
Alprazolam Introduction & Indications
Alprazolam Dosage and Administration
Alprazolam Pharmacological Effects
Alprazolam Pharmacokinetics & Warning
Alprazolam Drug Interaction
Alprazolam Common Side Effects
Alprazolam Contraindications
Alprazolam Best Augmenting Combos for Partial Response
Alprazolam Recommended Lap Test
Alprazolam Overdose
Alprazolam Tapering Withdrawal
Alprazolam Special Populations
Alprazolam Important Pearls
Alprazolam Quiz
Alprazolam PDF
Alprazolam Quiz
“This quiz will evaluate your knowledge about Alprazolam medication.”
Q1: Which of the following is a correct FDA-approved indication for Alprazolam?
a) Bipolar disorder
b) Panic Disorder (IR and XR) with or without agoraphobia
c) Schizophrenia
d) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Q2: Alprazolam's mechanism of action primarily involves binding to which of the following receptors?
a) Dopamine receptors
b) Serotonin receptors
c) Benzodiazepine receptors at the GABA-A ligand-gated chloride channel complex
d) NMDA receptors
Q3: What is the recommended maximum daily dose of Alprazolam XR for treating Panic Disorder?
a) 2 mg/day
b) 4 mg/day
c) 6 mg/day
d) 10 mg/day
Q4: Which of the following side effects is most commonly reported with Alprazolam use?
a) Hypertension
b) Sedation
c) Increased appetite
d) Diarrhea
Q5: Which benzo is preferred by patients with opiate abuse ?
A) Lorazepam (Ativan)
B) Alprazolam (Xanax)
C) Clonazepam (Klonopin)
D) Temazepam (Restoril)
Q6: What is the recommended tapering strategy for Alprazolam in a patient who has been on long-term high-dose therapy?
a) Discontinue immediately
b) Reduce dose by 50% every week
c) Reduce dose by 25% every 2 weeks
d) Switch to a shorter-acting benzodiazepine and discontinue
Q7: Which of the following is a contraindication for Alprazolam use?
a) History of peptic ulcer
b) Angle-closure glaucoma
c) Hyperthyroidism
d) Mild renal impairment
Q8: Alprazolam is primarily metabolized by which enzyme?
a) CYP2D6
b) CYP2C19
c) CYP450 3A
d) CYP1A2
Q9: Which of the following is a life-threatening side effect of Alprazolam?
a) Dry mouth
b) Paradoxical reactions
c) Diplopia
d) Fatigue
Q10: What is the preferred treatment option in case of an Alprazolam overdose?
a) Hemodialysis
b) Activated charcoal
c) Flumazenil
d) Gastric lavage
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