Ingredient

Alprazolam

Alprazolam is a psychoneurotic agent that relieves anxiety and tension.

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MFDS ingredient code M211313

What does it do?

Alprazolam is a medication belonging to the benzodiazepine class, primarily used to treat anxiety disorders and states of tension. This ingredient acts on the central nervous system to help provide mental stability and relaxation.

Alprazolam enhances the action of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, inhibiting neural activity. As a result, anxiety and tension are reduced, leading to a calmer mindset.

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Good to know

Alprazolam has a relatively short duration of action among benzodiazepines, producing fast effects. Unlike other benzodiazepines, it is particularly effective for anxiety relief, and dosage adjustment is important.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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