Generic Name and Drug Class
The generic name of this medicine is Alprazolam Orally Disintegrating Tablets, which belongs to the class of drugs known as Benzodiazepines.
Discontinuation of Niravam Brand Name
The Niravam brand name has been discontinued in the United States. However, if generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
Warning
This medicine is a benzodiazepine drug. The use of a benzodiazepine drug along with opioid drugs has led to very bad side effects. Side effects that have happened include slowed or trouble breathing and death. Opioid drugs include drugs like codeine, oxycodone, and morphine. Opioid drugs are used to treat pain and some are used to treat cough. Talk with your doctor.
If you are taking Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets) with an opioid drug, get medical help right away if you feel very sleepy or dizzy; if you have slow, shallow, or trouble breathing; or if you pass out. Caregivers or others need to get medical help right away if the patient does not respond, does not answer or react like normal, or will not wake up.
Uses of Niravam
What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Niravam?
You should inform your doctor if:
You are allergic to Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets); any part of Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets); or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
You have glaucoma.
You are taking any of these drugs: Itraconazole or ketoconazole.
You are breast-feeding. Do not breast-feed while you take Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets).
This is not a complete list of all drugs or health problems that may interact with Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets). Therefore, you should tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
What are some things I need to know or do while I take Niravam?
You should:
Tell all of your health care providers that you take Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
Be aware that this medicine may be habit-forming with long-term use.
Call your doctor if Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets) stops working well. Do not take more than ordered.
Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets) affects you.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets).
Talk with your doctor before you use other drugs and natural products that slow your actions.
Have your blood work checked if you are on Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets) for a long time.
If you drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit often, talk with your doctor.
If you have phenylketonuria (PKU), talk with your doctor. Some products have phenylalanine.
If you start or stop smoking, talk with your doctor. How much drug you take may need to be changed.
Use Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets) with care if you are 65 or older. You could have more side effects.
If you have been taking Niravam (alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets) on a regular basis and you stop it all of a sudden, you may have signs of withdrawal. This includes seizures. Do not stop taking Niravam (alprazolam orally dis
