Alprazolam
Aliases: Bars, Xans, Xanax, Tafil, Kalma, prazolam, ksalol, niravam
Summary
Alprazolam is a prescription triazolobenzodiazepine primarily used for panic disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. It should only be used under medical supervision due to high abuse potential and severe withdrawal syndrome. Never discontinue abruptly after regular use—always taper gradually under medical guidance to prevent potentially fatal seizures.
Dose Information
| ROA | Light | Common | Strong | Heavy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral | 0.25-0.5mg | 0.5-1.5mg | 1.5-2mg | 2mg+ |
| Inhaled | 0.05-0.25mg | 0.25-0.5mg | 0.5-1mg | 1mg+ |
Benzo Equivalence Calculator
| Substance | Equivalent Dose | Potency |
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⚠ These are approximate equivalences for educational and cross-tapering reference. Individual response, tolerance, and half-life differences mean actual equivalence varies. Always consult a healthcare provider for tapering guidance.
Onset, Duration & After-effects
| ROA | Onset | Comeup | Peak | Offset | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral | 12-30 min | 48-90 min | 1-2 hrs | 2-4 hrs | 4-8 hrs |
Effect Profile
369 reportsScores (1–10) curated from multiple sources:
- Effect keyword matching from PsychonautWiki catalog
- Validated against 323 Erowid trip reports
- Weighted by importance: core (×3), major (×2), minor (×1)
Strong anxiolysis with moderate sedation and cognitive impairment, low euphoria
“but I find valium to be the most recreational or euphoric benzo because of the nice muscle relaxation it provides.”
“Alprazolam (Xanax) is actually more anxiolytic (anxiety-removing) than hypnotic (sleep-inducing) - benzos tend to have both properties, but to different degrees.”
“I was extremely relaxed but absolutely hated the feeling.”
“but I find valium to be the most recreational or euphoric benzo because of the nice muscle relaxation it provides.”
“They also cause amnesia so it's not an unusual situation to wake up bruised and confused, only for your friend to fill you in about how you picked a fight with a bouncer, tried to kiss your best...”
“I can't remember anything, except a very vague memory of taking more MDMA pills.”
“When I first tried oxycodone I learned what true euphoria was and realized benzos don't really have much of it.”
“They without question lower inhibitions and perhaps that is what brings on THE EUPHORIA in people knowing this works and throws any anxiety out the window so they get rush and excited that magic has...”
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Aggregated from 323 Erowid and 46 Bluelight experience reports