What is Xanax?

Xanax is one of the most popular medicines that is prescribed in the United States for its medicinal value. It is a brand name given to the generic form of the same drug, Alprazolam.

This medicine comes from the family of drugs known as Benzodiazepines. It is the single most prescribed drug that is categorized as psychiatric medication for people suffering from mental issues.

The FDA has approved this drug for the treatment of issues related to depression. However, some doctors also take this drug for chemotherapy-induced nausea along with other sorts of treatments. Xanax comes in a number of other forms as well.

You can get detailed information in the below-mentioned data. The generic form of Xanax is as effective as the brand name, though the price of Alprazolam (generic version) is a little lesser as compared to Xanax (brand drug). 

What is The Use of Xanax?

The use of Xanax is to manage the symptoms of anxiety, panic attack, and depression. Mostly, the reason for depression to be faced by a person is anxiety.

Xanax or Alprazolam acts upon the chemicals inside the brain that are responsible for the disturbance. This unbalance in the activity of the brain is the reason for making a person suffering from anxiety.

As said above, there can be other uses of Xanax as well. Apart from Xanax, there are other drugs also that falls under the category of Benzodiazepines. These drugs are termed as stimulants that act over the brain and helps a person get relief from anxiety and its related issues.

This drug was firstly approved by the FDA in the year 1981. The drug act on the Central Nervous System (CNS) by producing a calming effect on the brain. It slows down the chemical movement inside the brain and reduces nervous tension and anxiety.

Furthermore, it boosts up the naturally occurring chemical that is called GABA. 

What Are The Types of Xanax?

As we inform you about the types of Xanax and how they are used, let us give you a brief note on certain points. There has been an increase in the number of patients getting addicted to the use of Xanax or Alprazolam.

It can be rightly said that the increase rate of Xanax addicts is due to the misuse or overuse of the drug. Unfortunately, Xanax is one among the commonly abused drugs even when a person takes it according to the prescription.

Though patients might get addicted to Xanax, they’ll be soberer once they have completely withdrawn from the drug. The person will feel more energized and have health benefits that will eventually improve the overall functioning of the body.

Along with these, there are other mental health benefits such as – increased and focused concentration, improvised level of self-confidence, low depression levels.

Now, coming back to the types of Xanax bars, this drug has several other features that should be taken as per the need of the person. Below are listed the types of Xanax that are commonly used by the patients –

White Xanax Bars –

Mostly, all the medicines that we see around are of white color. You can also say that white is the most common color of drugs as it is easy to denote. White Xanax bars are a type of Xanax that is sold on the street by the name ‘sticks.’ This form of Xanax comes in 2mg strength and is also high ineffectiveness.

People are advised to be aware of the dose of Xanax as 4mg is considered the maximum dosage in a day. Not only white Xanax bar but other types of Xanax as well that comes in bar (rectangular) shape are of 2mg value.

Yellow Xanax Bars –

Yellow Xanax Bar, as the name says is a yellow color tablet that is also considered as the generic form of Xanax. This tablet also comes in a rectangular shape and has R039 imprinted on one side of the pill. Many people may not know that a yellow Xanax tablet can also be found in 1mg dose.

Most commonly, a yellow Xanax comes in 2mg power that is very effective and should not be taken in one go without asking a doctor. As you make up your mind to purchase Xanax, take consultation from a health expert, and follow the direction given by him/her.

Green Xanax Bars –

These are green color tablets that are quite similar to white and yellow Xanax. Talking in terms of the effectiveness and strength of the pill, all three works exactly the same. A dose of green Xanax bar consists of 2mg drug in one single bar or tablet. On the street, people also call this tablet by other names like – Hulk Xanax or monster Xanax. Apart from this, green Xanax is the costliest and also rarely seen in the form of Xanax medication.

Peach Xanax Tablet –

This is the lowest dose of Xanax that is used for less severe cases of anxiety. A peach Xanax bar comes in an orangish or peachy color pill that is oval in shape. On the front of the tablet, the number 257 is imprinted, that is its unique identification. The strength of a peach Xanax is 0.5mg per dose.

Pink Xanax –

Pink Xanax is a common dosage of Xanax that is smaller and comes in the strength of 0.5mg. This dose of Xanax is considered suitable for treating lower cases of anxiety and panic disorder. You can also say that it is quite similar to a peach Xanax pill.

The shape of a Pink Xanax is oval or round. There are not many pharmaceutical industries that are producing this type of Xanax on a wide range. It is due to the low strength of tablets and doctors do not recommend this dose to most of the patients suffering from anxiety or panic-related issues.

Blue Xanax –

A blue Xanax tablet comes in an oval shape and is blue in color. On the street side, sellers also name it as blue football because of the color and shape it acquire. The dose of blue Xanax is 2mg in strength.

The shape of this tablet is round and has 031 R imprinted on one side of the drug. The imprints that are marked on the pill are to make the tablet differ from the others.

Blue Xanax Bars –

Blue Xanax bar is a type of Xanax that is similar in work and effect as other forms of the same drug. A pill of blue Xanax bar comes in the shape of a rectangle. It has B707 imprinted on one side of the drug that makes the drug unique in identity.

This tablet comes in 2mg power which is common for Xanax bars. All of the tablets of Xanax that come in bar shape are of 2mg strength. It is also considered a high dose of Xanax and shall only be taken as per the doctor’s advice.

Liquid Xanax –

Liquid Xanax is also a kind of Xanax that is used for treating anxiety and panic disorder. The effect of liquid Xanax is almost equal to the Xanax tablets that are prescribed by the doctor.

2mg of Xanax in tablet form is equal to 1ml of liquid Xanax. Sometimes, a liquid Xanax is also termed as “Liquid Bliss.” The only difference between a tablet and liquid Xanax is in the way they are taken, and the time they may take to affect your system.

Are There Any Side Effects of Xanax?

There are a few side effects of Xanax that may emerge within a period of time. Although the drug is mostly prescribed and consumed in the United States, it still has certain side effects that are way too dangerous to your health. 

The possibility of side effects occurs at the beginning of the treatment. They also take less time to wear off from your system. However, in order to stay safe from these side effects, ask your doctor to give you precautionary measures.