How to Recognize the Signs of a Xanax Overdose
Any discussion about Xanax abuse has to address the fact that, yes, prescription medication can be addictive. If you have fallen victim to your prescription or buy Xanax on the streets, you are taking unnecessary risks. Xanax acts to depress the central nervous system. If you have an anxiety or panic disorder, Xanax could be the perfect medical remedy. Of course, that’s only if you take it as your doctor prescribed. Otherwise, you subject yourself to addiction or, far worse, a Xanax overdose.
The Signs of a Xanax Overdose
To be clear, anything you do to excess has the potential to turn into a problem. A big part of abusing drugs or alcohol is having the propensity for reckless behavior.
After abusing a substance like Xanax over a long period of time, your exposure to increasing risks goes up and overusing the drug becomes a distinct possibility. However, that’s not the worst thing that could happen. You could end up overdosing on the very medication that’s supposed to be helping you with a panic or anxiety disorder.
It’s important for you to be able to recognize the early signs of an overdose due to Xanax. It is equally important for the people around you to have this knowledge given the vested interest they have in your welfare. This knowledge could end up being the difference between life and tragedy.
Here are a few signs of an overdose on Xanax:
- Great difficulty breathing
- Yellowing around the eyes
- Loss of consciousness
- Confusion or erratic behavior
- Going into a coma
- Depressed heart rate
- Loss of motor function
If you experience any combination of these symptoms, you might want to consider getting medical attention sooner rather than later. It should also prompt you to seek addiction treatment help from our Xanax addiction treatment center. Remember this: It’s best to stay calm if you or someone you know is experiencing any kind of overdose.
Treating a Xanax Problem
There’s nothing overly difficult about getting treatment for your Xanax problem. However, you have to make the decision to ask for help. Your willingness to reach out is the best sign you might actually be serious about dealing with your issue.
By the time you reach rehab, you can expect to spend some time in a Xanax detox program. The best chance you have for a successful recovery is to first deal with withdrawal and any remaining cravings you might have. During the detox process, our staff members will focus on keeping you safe until your withdrawal symptoms have diminished. If relief medications help you with the process, our medical staff can provide that relief.
Once you get to therapy, you have to step up and take care of yourself. As you work with your therapist, you can consider it a journey of self-discovery. What are you looking for? The truth about your problem. The truth holds the key to you and your therapist unlocking the right solutions. Likely, the right solutions are better coping skills to help you manage your triggers.
Get Help Beating an Addiction to Xanax
The level of care you get will correlate directly to the success of your recovery. We understand this, and for that reason, we place a lot of emphasis on individualized care. At the end of the day, your recovery is all that matters. For a better understanding of how we do what we do, note these treatment options: in-house medical detox, inpatient and outpatient treatment options, holistic therapies (art, music, etc.), different evidence-based therapies (CBT & DBT) and aftercare programs.
You should not wait until you experience an overdose on Xanax before you seek help. It would be a far better idea for you to face facts now and save yourself a lot of turmoil. At The Last Resort Recovery, we stand ready to give you the help you need. When you are ready to start, you can speak with one of our representatives by calling [Direct].