Alprazolam BP 2 mg is mainly used for the following conditions:
1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Helps reduce excessive anxiety, worry, and tension
- Provides fast relief, usually within 30–60 minutes
2. Panic Disorder
- Helps prevent or lessen the intensity of panic attacks
- A 2 mg dose may be prescribed in more severe or treatment-resistant cases
3. Short-Term Anxiety Relief
- May be used for short periods during highly stressful situations such as surgery, trauma, or bereavement
4. Other Off-Label Uses
- Occasionally prescribed short-term for insomnia
- May be used alongside treatment for depression or mood disorders with anxiety symptoms (with caution and typically short-term)
How Alprazolam Works
Alprazolam increases the activity of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a neurotransmitter that helps calm the brain. This slows brain activity and reduces feelings of fear, tension, and panic.
- Onset: Fast-acting, usually within 30–60 minutes
- Duration: Effects generally last 4–6 hours