Alprazolam is not to be taken if you have narrow-angle glaucoma. The medicine may even worsen this condition. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have such health problems as: kidney disease, liver disease, asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or another respiratory disease, or if you are depressed or have suicidal thoughts. Never take this medication without talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding a baby. If you are over 65 years old, you are more likely to experience side effects of alprazolam. Maybe you require a lower dose of alprazolam. Alprazolam is not approved for use by people under 18 years of age.

Be careful when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Alprazolam may cause drowsiness and dizziness. If you experience these symptoms, avoid these activities. Avoid alcohol while taking the medication, because it may increase drowsiness and dizziness caused by alprazolam. Remember that alprazolam is habit forming. . It is easy to become physically and psychologically dependent on the medication. Do not take more than the prescribed amount of medication and don`t take it for longer term than is directed by your doctor. Withdrawal effects may occur in case alprazolam is stopped suddenly after being used for several weeks. Doctors may recommend a gradual dose reduction.