Does alprazolam cause dependence?

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Anonymous asked 8 years ago

dear doctor I want to know, does alprazolam cause dependence, as I want to use it as a sleeping aid. Please reply
Thank you
Uzma from Islamabad, age, 38.

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Dr. Adil Ramzan Staff answered 8 years ago

Thank you Uzma for asking the question. 
All benzodiazepines including alprazolam may cause dependence if they have been taken for a long time. With the passage of time, higher dose of alprazolam will be needed to achieve the same level of effect. So you shouldn’t start it without your doctor’s advice, Be careful on this. 

Best Regards. 
Dr. Adil Ramzan