How long does the effect of 1 tablet of Alprazolam last?
The duration of the effect of taking one tablet of Alprazolam is approximately 6 hours. The duration of the effect of Alprazolam usually depends on the condition of the patient. If the condition is relatively mild, a small dose of this drug will be more sensitive, and the duration of the effect will be longer, but it is usually around 6 hours. If the patient's condition is more severe, the duration of the drug's effect is usually relatively shorter, and the dosage or frequency of the drug can be appropriately increased. This drug mainly serves as an antipsychotic agent, relieving anxiety and tension in patients, and also has a certain hypnotic effect. It can be used to treat severe insomnia. Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine drug mainly used for anti-anxiety and sedation. It can also be used to alleviate acute alcohol withdrawal symptoms, and its effects vary depending on the dosage. If taken before bedtime, it has a sedative and hypnotic effect, and if taken during the day, it can also have an anti-anxiety and anti-panic attack effect. Common adverse reactions mainly include dizziness, fatigue, drowsiness, and at high doses, obvious extrapyramidal symptoms such as tremor can occur, and some patients may also experience ataxia.