Concerns Taking Xanax And Restoril Together

Quick Answer

Whether the prescribed doses of Xanax 2mg taken five times a day and Restoril 60mg at night are considered 'high' depends greatly on individual factors such as your specific condition, tolerance, and response to medication. However, without any additional context, it is important to note that on the surface, those doses would be regarded as very high. This is particularly concerning as both medications are benzodiazepines, and combining multiple benzodiazepines can pose serious risks.

Detailed Answer

Evaluating whether a specific dose of a benzodiazepine is considered high can vary based on individual factors, including:

• The severity of the condition being treated
• Your tolerance to benzodiazepines
• Your medical and medication history

Nonetheless, based on the information provided, the doses you mentioned of both drugs would certainly be considered high by most.

Firstly, according to the FDA, the recommended maximum daily dose (MDD) of Restoril (temazepam) is 30mg per day. You are taking double that amount.

Additionally, for Xanax (alprazolam), the maximum daily dose approved by the FDA is 10mg. You are taking that amount.

So, you're not only taking high doses of each medication individually, but you are also combining two different benzodiazepines, which is risky in its own right.

It's important to remember that benzodiazepines are controlled substances and have a risk of abuse and misuse. They can also be very dangerous in regard to side effects if they are not prescribed or taken appropriately.

Benzodiazepine Risks

Taking high doses of multiple benzodiazepines can increase the risk of unwanted effects related to suppressing the central nervous system (CNS).

These effects can range from sedation and drowsiness to more severe outcomes like respiratory depression and even overdose.

The concomitant use of CNS depressant drugs should be carefully considered by your healthcare provider since combining multiple CNS depressants, such as benzodiazepines, may result in additive effects. Regular monitoring for additive CNS-depressant effects is crucial when using multiple CNS depressants, like benzodiazepines, simultaneously.

The benzodiazepine class is certainly a medication class where tolerance can develop. A high dose for one person may not necessarily be a high dose for someone else. Without knowing your medical background, it is impossible to say whether or not the medications you are taking are appropriate. It is still important to know of potential concerns though.

Final Words

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