Medscape - Antianxiety, panic disorder-specific dosing for Xanax, Niravam (alprazolam), frequency-based adverse effects, comprehensive interactions, contraindications, pregnancy & lactation. Xanax comes in several strengths and forms. Learn about typical doses for anxiety and panic disorder, how doses are adjusted, and how to taper off safely. Recommended starting oral dosage is 0.25 mg to 0.5 mg three times daily. Dosage may be increased, at intervals of every 3 to 4 days, to a maximum recommended daily dose of 4 mg, given in divided. Do not change your dose or stop taking this medicine without checking first with your doctor. Your doctor may want you to gradually reduce the amount you are using before stopping it completely. In 1992, Romach and colleagues reported that dose escalation is not a characteristic of long-term alprazolam users and that the majority of long-term alprazolam users change their initial pattern of regular use to one of symptom control only when required. Detailed Alprazolam dosage information for adults and the elderly. Includes dosages for Anxiety and Panic Disorder; plus renal, liver and dialysis adjustments. Xanax is used to treat panic disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. Find out what the recommended dosages are, how to take the drug, and more. Detailed dosage guidelines and administration information for Xanax (alprazolam). Includes dose adjustments, warnings and precautions. Comprehensive Xanax (alprazolam) dosage guide: starting doses, max limits for anxiety & panic, forms, adjustments for elderly, half-life, overdose risks, and tapering tips. Learn about Xanax (alprazolam) dosages, tapering instructions, and FDA boxed warnings regarding addiction and opioid interactions.