Posted by Viridis on December 31, 2003, at 6:10:56
In reply to is Xanax more addictive than alcohol?, posted by 1980Monroe on December 30, 2003, at 21:36:26
Xanax isn't "addictive" for most people who need it (i.e., most don't become obsessed with it, let it interfere with their lives, etc.). However, it can induce tolerance (need for larger doses to achieve the same effect) and dependency, which is common with many medications and simply means that if you discontinue it you have to do so gradually.
It does seem that of the benzodiazepines, Xanax probably has the greatest abuse potential, but it still doesn't come anywhere near alcohol in this respect, is much safer, and is a "life saver" for many people.
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