Before taking this medicine

You should not take alprazolam if you have:

• you are also taking an antifungal medication such as itraconazole or ketoconazole; or
• you have a history of benzodiazepine hypersensitivity (alprazolam, lorazepam, diazepam, Ativan, Valium, Versed, Klonopin, and others).

To ensure that alprazolam is safe for you, inform your doctor if you have ever:

• breathing difficulties;
• addiction to drugs or alcohol;
• depression, mood disorders, or suicidal ideation or behavior; or
• disease of the kidneys or liver.

If you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant, inform your doctor. If you use alprazolam while pregnant, your baby may be born with potentially fatal withdrawal symptoms and may require medical treatment for several weeks.

Breastfeeding is not recommended. If you do breastfeed, notify your doctor if your baby becomes drowsy or has feeding problems.

Anyone under the age of 18 is not permitted to use this product.