Phenazepam vs Xanax (Alprazolam). Comparison by therapeutic action, side effect, etc.

Both Phenazepam and Xanax (Alprazolam) are tranquilizers from the group of benzodiazepines, they both have a similar chemical structure and mechanism of action. This means that the drugs are indicated for use in the same conditions or diseases. But, despite the strong similarities, there are differences between Alprazolam and Phenazepam.

The speed of therapeutic action in Phenazepam and Xanax is approximately the same, but the anxiolytic effect of Phenazepam is more pronounced, then when using Xanax, even in high doses.

When taking Alprazolam, a person does not develop a euphoric effect, while Phenazepam causes a feeling of euphoria.

Phenazepam is superior to Alprazolam in terms of the strength of the hypnotic effect, its soporific power is significantly stronger

The number of contraindications for phenazepam and Xanax is the same.

Alprazolam is widely used in the US and UK, but banned for use in Russia. Phenazepam is widely used in Russia, and is not on the list of controlled substances in the US. In the UK Phenazepam is a class C drug, same as Alprazolam is.