Alprazolam: A triazolo benzodiazepine agent with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic activities. The exact mechanism of action is unknown but it affects the limbic, thalamic and hypothalamic regions of the CNS. Current Use: Anxiety disorders (NCI)
Source: Diseases Database
Alprazolam : 8-chloro-1-methyl-6-phenyl-s-triazolobenzodiazepine, has both antidepressant and anxiolytic properties; possible efficacy in alcohol withdrawal therapy; abuse can lead to habituation or addication.
Source: CRISP
Count: Alprazolam is listed as a: treatment for 3 conditions; alternative treatment for 0 conditions; preventive treatment for 0 conditions; research treatment for 0 conditions.
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