The Risk of Combining Xanax and Alcohol
Xanax is classified as a benzodiazepine medication. Benzodiazepines, commonly referred to as “benzos,” are a class of medication used to treat anxiety, insomnia, seizures, muscle spasms, and other conditions. In addition to their more common uses, benzodiazepines are also sometimes used recreationally (i.e., to get “high”). When combined with alcohol, benzodiazepines may produce an increase…
