drug interaction question

Is it ok to take Xanax while on prednisone & asacol? I used to be on xanax for panic attacks and I've been feeling a bit edgy at times lately and was wondering about this interaction. Help would be appreciated.

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Prednisone 10mg (1.5) tabs twice per day for one week- (then dr. wants an update) started Thursday 10-4-2007

Asacol 400mg (3) tabs twice per day- started Thursday 10-4-2007

-just came off Sulfasalazine (2) 500mg tabs twice per day

You should be just fine.

To ease your mind, contact your pharmacist.

You can also look at www.pdrhealth.com. But it's always best to ask the pharmacist!

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Pan-colitis and GERD diagnosed May 2003

 

Asacol 12 per day,  Azathioprine 75mg, Rowasa and Canasa as needed

Aciphex, Effexor XR, BCP, Rhinocort nasal spray

Forvia and a Probiotic

 

Osteopenia (hip and spine) from prednisone use.  Started Azathioprine because I was steroid dependent.

 

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I've taken that exact combination of drugs -- not often, but occasionally. I never have a problem with a low dose of Xanax and my UC meds.

The only problem with Xanax, I think, is that it makes me tired. Also, it can be addictive.

Depending on how edgy you are and if it's really persistent, you might want to consult a doctor about taking something like Celexa, Lexapro, or one of the other anti-depressants that can help with edginess. It can be great, I think, for those of us who are stressed from UC.

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UC for the last ten years
Current Meds: 6MP
Past Meds: You name it; I've tried it.