The traditional Xanax (alprazolam) can be cut, and the traditional tri-scored tablet is scored three times in order to make it easier to be divided. However, be careful because it is not recommended that the timed-released tablets be cut, which you will learn more about in the proceeding paragraphs.
This is often necessary in the event a person needs to increase the dosage if the drug is not yet taking effect. It also is sometimes required when a patient is directed to gradually wean him or herself off of this medication if he or she is becoming addicted to it.
Cutting pills in general is often quite commonplace simply because people want to purchase them in larger quantities. This helps them save money along the way.
There is a reason why these tablets are created-to greater regulate the amount of medication distributed into your bloodstream. This allows for slow and steady release throughout the duration of the effectiveness of the medication as you take it.
Usually time-released tablets should not be cut. If they are-or if they are chewed or crushed-it could cause too much of the substance to enter into your system. This could cause serious problems, such as increase of side effect symptoms.