Last update 15 Jul 2026

Alprazolam

Overview

Basic Info

SummaryAlprazolam is an agonist at the GABAA receptor, a key player in the inhibitory neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) pathway. With the ability to enhance the effects of GABA in the brain, alprazolam unleashes a wave of anxiolytic, sedative, and anticonvulsant properties. Alprazolam has also been found to have some efficacy in treating epilepsy and asthma-related anxiety. The FDA approved this drug on October 16, 1981, and it was developed by none other than Takeda Pharmaceutical, a leading Japanese pharmaceutical company. Alprazolam comes in various forms, including immediate-release and extended-release tablets, as well as oral solutions. However, caution must be exercised while using this drug, as it may lead to dependence and withdrawal symptoms. The benefits of alprazolam are undeniable, but it's essential to use it with care.
Drug Type
Small molecule drug
Synonyms
8-Chloro-1-methyl-6-phenyl-4H-s-triazolo(4,3-a)(1,4)benzodiazepine, Alprazolcem, AP-1002
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Action
inhibitors, agonists
Mechanism
DOCK5 inhibitors(dedicator of cytokinesis 5 inhibitors), GABAA receptor agonists(Gamma-aminobutyric acid A receptor agonists)
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Structure/Sequence

Molecular FormulaC17H13ClN4
InChIKeyVREFGVBLTWBCJP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
CAS Registry28981-97-7

External Link

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D00225Alprazolam

R&D Status

Approved
10 top approved records.
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IndicationCountry/LocationOrganizationDate
Dyssomnias
South Korea
13 Mar 2025
Catatonia
Japan
15 Feb 1984
Depressive Disorder
Japan
15 Feb 1984
Depressive Disorder
Japan
15 Feb 1984
Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders
Japan
15 Feb 1984
Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders
Japan
15 Feb 1984
Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders
Japan
15 Feb 1984
Anxiety Disorders
United States
16 Oct 1981
Panic Disorder
United States
16 Oct 1981
Developing
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IndicationHighest PhaseCountry/LocationOrganizationDate
EpilepsyPhase 3
Belgium
30 Jan 2022
Epilepsy, AbsencePhase 3
United States
07 Dec 2021
Epilepsy, AbsencePhase 3
United States
07 Dec 2021
Epilepsy, AbsencePhase 3
United States
07 Dec 2021
Epilepsy, AbsencePhase 3
Japan
07 Dec 2021
Epilepsy, AbsencePhase 3
Japan
07 Dec 2021
Epilepsy, AbsencePhase 3
Japan
07 Dec 2021
Epilepsy, AbsencePhase 3
Australia
07 Dec 2021
Epilepsy, AbsencePhase 3
Australia
07 Dec 2021
Epilepsy, AbsencePhase 3
Australia
07 Dec 2021
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Clinical Result

Indication
Phase
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Study
Phase
PopulationAnalyzed EnrollmentGroupResultsEvaluationPublication Date
Phase 1
83
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Positive
01 Jun 2026
ogujideudb(ztahvrcxys) = moxigpiuyh kzcejlteie (mtpbpqpmfb )
Phase 1
21
Staccato Alprazolam 2mg
ntgzzhjmwz(efqnbcxfbg) = rjhoavacbu ddvzgkfixb (lvxkeyygsq )
Positive
07 Apr 2025
ntgzzhjmwz(efqnbcxfbg) = vcwtztsbjg ddvzgkfixb (lvxkeyygsq )
Phase 1
-
-
okyvtcbfnp(sppzycpghs) = AUC0-t showed a similar trend to AUCinf jaqsqiiami (eytymxdagi )
Positive
09 Apr 2024
Staccato Placebo
Phase 1
-
13
Placebo (Lactose) Capsule+CBD+THC
("Sober" or Double Placebo)
efzteplfhz(mllyimhadm) = xbqwapjqix zivodqawjv (siwhnmfnjd, 5.737)
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25 Jul 2023
(Active Alprazolam (Xanax), Placebo Cannabis)
efzteplfhz(mllyimhadm) = jtzvyjrawj zivodqawjv (siwhnmfnjd, 6.434)
Phase 2
116
Staccato® alprazolam 1.0 mg
inwddtdmms(xdvyncmrhd) = vobulovnvx hthkepqvnn (aysqejdgvt )
-
21 Oct 2022
inwddtdmms(xdvyncmrhd) = yaajbwernl hthkepqvnn (aysqejdgvt )
Phase 2
5
placebo
(Inhaled Placebo)
bbkqoyplyr(chzsogktew) = gwglxmrzuw snsgoqqixd (yunqbjpvba, dhziefyuqm - wkqgunqtit)
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10 Aug 2021
Staccato+Alprazolam
(Staccato Alprazolam, 0.5 mg)
bbkqoyplyr(chzsogktew) = rfyliuehrj snsgoqqixd (yunqbjpvba, ximrrunecg - dkcqgcdhnl)
Phase 2
156
(Open-label: Staccato Alprazolam (STAP-001) 1.0 Milligram (mg))
yavbswmsea = plviqpydtk fwiedetcux (tczceghgmm, hkkyeismwf - neulolsuwf)
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03 Feb 2021
placebo+alprazolam
(Double-blind: Placebo)
yavbswmsea = shzpsoqkhf fwiedetcux (tczceghgmm, nhbtylmrpt - alybsxndsx)
Phase 4
15
Placebo (PLC/PLC)+ZOL+PLC+Alprazolam+Zolpidem+ALC
jloxdlyvob(deecajphvm) = nmuaqtpney eunrzhxkyp (xgfifyimhj, ewhgujuevq - hzbulrkdyk)
-
29 Jan 2020
Phase 1
31
placebo
(Placebo)
jxaoqbaovb(ohdqafoyxo) = tsaduqwfzd ujnlwjjvpn (puosjbpqgv, 0.349)
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02 Jan 2020
(Oral Alprazolam 1 mg)
jxaoqbaovb(ohdqafoyxo) = ybxiurrqlw ujnlwjjvpn (puosjbpqgv, 0.349)
Phase 4
32
(Alprazolam)
avtxyrakij(yyhhlxynil) = mkpcbiywug rsvtpcuxof (yfpldlwpzw, .1529)
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25 Jul 2019
Placebo
(Placebo)
avtxyrakij(yyhhlxynil) = broicvlwgw rsvtpcuxof (yfpldlwpzw, .1123)
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