Is xanax safe in pregnancy?

Question

My doctor prescribed Xanax for my anxiety before I found out I was pregnant. Now I'm really worried if it's safe to take it or if I should stop completely. I'm only in my first trimester.

Arjun Singhal · Accepted Answer

Honestly, self-medicating during pregnancy is very risky. I have BP issues and my doctor strictly changed my routine medications and made me focus on lifestyle modifications first. Please consult your gynaecologist before taking any such heavy pills.

Pooja Deshmukh · Answer

Bilkul nahi, don't even think of taking Xanax on your own right now. It can seriously affect the baby. Directly go to your doc and ask for safer alternatives if you are feeling too anxious.

Suresh Iyer · Answer

Pranayama and deep breathing helped me manage my anxiety naturally when I was going through a stressful phase. Strong medications like Xanax are usually avoided during pregnancy. Better to speak to your obstetrician and try gentle meditation techniques under guidance.

Meera Sen · Answer

I completely understand how overwhelming the anxiety can be, especially during pregnancy. But please don't take Xanax without a doctor's green light because it has quite a few risks for the baby. Your doctor can help you find a safe way to cope, so hang in there.

Vikram Rathore · Answer

Please don't take this lightly or try to self-manage. I ignored some health signals once and paid a heavy price for it. Go for a proper checkup immediately and let the specialists decide what is safe for your body right now.

Is xanax safe in pregnancy?

5 answers

Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

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