Mark Leeds, D.O.
Mark Leeds, D.O.
Is Xanax An Opioid? Is Alprazolam An Opioid? Yes, Xanax is An Opioid
Is Xanax An Opioid? Is Alprazolam An Opioid? Yes, Xanax is An Opioid
Is Xanax An Opioid? Is Alprazolam An Opioid? Yes, Xanax is An Opioid
Wednesday 27th October 2021
Dr. Mark Leeds clarifies Xanax's classification and warns about the dangers of counterfeit pills laced with opioids like fentanyl.
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Get the buttons here!Xanax and Opioids: Unraveling the Confusion and Dangers of Fake Pills
While Xanax can be addicting for some people and it does have abuse potential, Xanax is not a highly addicting drug.
Is Xanax an opioid? It's a question that confuses many, and in this episode, Dr. Mark Leeds sets the record straight. Xanax, a popular medication for anxiety, belongs to the benzodiazepine class and works by affecting the GABA receptors in the brain. It's not an opioid, which are drugs derived from the opium poppy or synthesized to mimic those effects. Opioids work as receptor agonists, something Xanax does not do. However, there's a dangerous twist.
Fake Xanax pills, often laced with fentanyl, an opioid, have surfaced on the streets and dark web. These counterfeit pills pose serious risks, including addiction and overdose. Dr. Leeds sheds light on how unsuspecting individuals can fall into the trap of opioid addiction through these fake pills. He stresses the importance of avoiding street drugs altogether to prevent such dangers.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking clarity on the differences between benzos and opioids and the critical need for vigilance against counterfeit medications.