Alprazolam Short Acting. Benzodiazepines such as alprazolam are often used for short periods of time only. It can be given every 8-12 hours.
When starting alprazolam anxiety or insomnia may improve rapidly or over a period of days. Benzodiazepines such as alprazolam are often used for short periods of time only. Rohypnol is considered a short-acting drug meaning its effects can set in quickly.
After taking Rohypnol effects are likely to be felt within 15 to 20 minutes and may last for up to 12 hours.
In comparison alprazolam is a faster acting drug and is about 10 times stronger meaning that it can rapidly cause feelings of sedation. When prescribed by a doctor and used for short periods of time such as the day of surgery or for less than two weeks to aid sleep benzodiazepines are safe to take. 4 - 10 mg depending on indication. Are there any risk factors for this medication.