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Severe Headache, Confusion, Memory Issues, Paranoia, Aphasia After Missing Xanax Tablets. When Will It Get Back To Normal?

yes my daughter has been taking Xanax for a while. she recently spent 4 days in jail and so couldn't take it. since then she has experienced severe headache, confusion, memory problems, paranoia, and aphasia. it has now tapered off/ she can speak but still has a headache and gets a little confused at times. so how long will this last or is it permanent?? I hope it will be over soon.
Wed, 21 Aug 2013
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Such symptoms can occur after missing Xanax, but in those individuals who have taken xanax for at least more then 6 weeks

In such cases re instituting xanax with same dose or with little higher dose could be helpful

If still does not subside, consult a psychiatrist. At the same time, "jail issue" need to be looked into, too
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Severe Headache, Confusion, Memory Issues, Paranoia, Aphasia After Missing Xanax Tablets. When Will It Get Back To Normal?

Such symptoms can occur after missing Xanax, but in those individuals who have taken xanax for at least more then 6 weeks In such cases re instituting xanax with same dose or with little higher dose could be helpful If still does not subside, consult a psychiatrist. At the same time, jail issue need to be looked into, too