Generic Xanax recalled nationwide over 'foreign substance' fears
Mylan, the drugmaker behind Alprazolam, a generic form of Xanax issued a nationwide recall of one lot of the anxiety medication on Friday over fears a 'foreign substance' in it could cause infections. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - October 29, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Initiates Voluntary Nationwide Recall of One Lot of Alprazolam Tablets, ...
MORGANTOWN, W.Va., Oct. 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of one lot (see table below) of Alprazolam Tablets, USP C-IV 0.5 mg, to the consumer/user level. This lot is being recalled due to the potential presence of foreign substance. Clinical impact from the foreign material, if present, is expected to be rare, but the remote risk of infection to a patient cannot be ruled out. To date, Mylan has not received any...This story is related to the following:Medicinal, Pharmaceutical& Nutraceutical Tablets (Source: Industrial Newsroom - Heal...
Source: Industrial Newsroom - Health, Medical and Dental Supplies - October 29, 2019 Category: Medical Devices Source Type: news

Anti-anxiety med recalled due to 'foreign substance' and infection risk
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling one lot of the anti-anxiety medication alprazolam -- commonly sold under the brand name Xanax -- "due to the potential presence of foreign substance," the company said last week. (Source: CNN.com - Health)
Source: CNN.com - Health - October 29, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

One Lot of Generic Form of Xanax Recalled Due to Potential Contaminate
So far, Mylan says it has not received any reports of harm caused by the recalled lot (Source: The Doctors Lounge - Psychiatry)
Source: The Doctors Lounge - Psychiatry - October 29, 2019 Category: Psychiatry Tags: Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pharmacy, Psychiatry, Institutional, Source Type: news

One Lot of Generic Form of Xanax Recalled Due to Potential Contaminate
MONDAY, Oct. 28, 2019 -- One lot of alprazolam (generic form of Xanax) is being recalled by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. due to potential contamination that poses a risk for infection. The recall is for lot number 8082708 of alprazolam tablets, USP... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - October 28, 2019 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Xanax Recalled for Potential Contamination
One lot of alprazolam, brand name Xanax, is being recalled by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. due to potential contamination that poses a risk of infection. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - October 28, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Nationwide recall of Xanax due to possible "foreign substance"
Drugmaker Mylan cites risk of infection posed by unnamed material in popular prescription anti-anxiety drug (Source: Health News: CBSNews.com)
Source: Health News: CBSNews.com - October 28, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Initiates Voluntary Nationwide Recall of One Lot of Alprazolam Tablets, USP C-IV 0.5 mg, Due to the Potential of Foreign Substance
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of one lot (see table below) of Alprazolam Tablets, USP C-IV 0.5 mg, to the consumer/user level. This lot is being recalled due to the potential presence of foreign substance (Source: FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research - What's New)
Source: FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research - What's New - October 26, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: FDA Source Type: news

Jury Convicts Shamo of Leading Drug Trafficking Network
Aaron Michael Shamo, fentanyl, alprazolam, China, fake oxycodone pills, counterfeit Xanax, pill presses, Pharma-Master, Dark Net, AlphaBay, U.S. mail, criminal enterprise, Cottonwood Heights UT, (Source: Office of Criminal Investigations (OCI) Press Releases)
Source: Office of Criminal Investigations (OCI) Press Releases - October 4, 2019 Category: Medical Law Authors: DOJ Source Type: news

Medical News Today: What to know about Xanax overdose
Taking too much Xanax can cause mild to serious side effects, and taking other drugs along with Xanax can increase the risk of overdose. Learn about the symptoms, risks, and treatments of a Xanax overdose here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 3, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Pharmacy / Pharmacist Source Type: news

Medical News Today: What does Xanax feel like?
Xanax is a benzodiazepine, a class of drug that treats anxiety and panic disorders. It usually takes less than an hour to kick in and has a calming, relaxing effect. Learn more here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 2, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Anxiety / Stress Source Type: news

Medical News Today: How long does Xanax last?
This article looks at how long its effects last, when the drug expires, what withdrawal is like, and other factors to consider. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - September 27, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Anxiety / Stress Source Type: news

Medical News Today: Can you take Adderall and Xanax together?
Adderall and Xanax are two medications that affect the central nervous system in opposite ways. Learn about whether it is safe to take them together and about the possible risks here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - September 11, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: ADHD / ADD Source Type: news

Too Few U.S. Opioid Users Are Getting OD Antidote
The new CDC report finds that too few doctors are prescribing naloxone as recommended to patients taking high-dose opioids or opioids plus benzodiazepines (such as Valium and Xanax), or to those with a substance use disorder. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - August 6, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Medical News Today: Ativan vs. Xanax: What are the differences?
This article compares the two, including their uses, benefits, risks, and how to take them. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - July 17, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Anxiety / Stress Source Type: news