What is Farmapram called in the US?

Q: What is Farmapram called in the US?

In the US, Farmapram is called alprazolam (brand name: Xanax). Farmapram appears to be a common name for alprazolam in Mexico and may be manufactured in that country. It can be dangerous to purchase alprazolam on the Internet or outside the U.S. It may be against the law to bring these products into the US from a foreign country.

Medically reviewed by Leigh Ann Anderson, PharmD. Last updated on March 3, 2025.

Official Answer by Drugs.com

In the U.S., Farmapram is called alprazolam (brand name: Xanax). Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine drug used to treat anxiety and panic disorder. Farmapram appears to be a common name for alprazolam in Mexico and may be manufactured in that country.

In the U.S. alprazolam is classified as a Schedule 4 Controlled Substance by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) due to a the possibility of misuse, addiction, and diversion. Alprazolam and other members of the benzodiazepine class can lead to risks of abuse, misuse, addiction, physical dependence, and withdrawal reactions.

Can I bring Farmapram into the U.S?

It can be dangerous to purchase alprazolam on the Internet or outside the United States. Pharmaceutical laws outside the U.S. may not comply with safe-use regulations of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Medications purchased in some other countries may contain dangerous ingredients, may be counterfeit, or may not be distributed by a legal pharmacy. It may be against the law to bring these products into the US from a foreign country.

According to the FDA, when you come to the U.S. with medications, you fall under the authority of the FDA, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents operating the nation’s airports. There are varying restrictions, and different agencies may have other requirements or jurisdiction over a product. Check with each agency before you bring foreign-bought medications into the country.

What is alprazolam used for?

In the US, alprazolam is classified as a benzodiazepine and is approved by the FDA to treat:

anxiety disorder
panic disorder

Alprazolam may also be prescribed by your doctor to treat “off-label” conditions such as:

insomnia
depression
chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting
social phobia

Unapproved, or "off-label" uses of alprazolam are uses that have not been approved by the FDA and are not found in the package labeling. However, some doctors may have had good experience using alprazolam in an "off-label" fashion, and it may be an accepted use even though not specifically listed in the product label.

Benzodiazepines can be dangerous and addictive should only be used if specifically prescribed for you by your doctor.
Using any benzodiazepine with an opiate may result in profound sedation, slowed or stopped breathing, coma, and death. Opiates include prescription medicines like hydrocodone or oxycodone, and illegal drugs like heroin.
Fatal side effects can occur if you take alprazolam with alcohol, opioid medicine, or other drugs that cause drowsiness or slow your breathing.

This is not all the information you need to know about this medicine for safe and effective use and does not take the place of talking to your doctor about your treatment. Review the full alprazolam information here, and discuss this information and any questions you have with your doctor or other health care provider.

What can I do to reduce anxiety immediately?

Immediate relief from anxiety can often be achieved through calming techniques such as deep breathing, grounding exercises, or short-term medications prescribed by a healthcare provider. Other quick strategies include sensory distractions, light exercise, and the use of digital mental health tools. While these methods can help reduce symptoms quickly, ongoing or severe anxiety should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.

How does Xanax make you feel?

When taken as prescribed, Xanax (alprazolam) can help people with anxiety disorders or panic attacks by promoting a feeling of calm. It can also make you feel drowsy and lightheaded and may make you less mentally alert, so operating machinery and motor vehicles is not recommended while taking Xanax until you know how it makes you feel. Continue reading

Is Xanax a narcotic (opioid) drug / controlled substance?

Xanax is not a narcotic. Xanax is a prescription medication in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines (benzos). The drug can become addictive, and it’s especially dangerous when prescribed with opioids. Continue reading

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