Does xanax help with heroin withdrawal?
On One Hand: Xanax Not For WithdrawalAlprazolam (brand-name Xanax) is not intended to be used for the treatment of heroin withdrawal. According to the Mayo Clinic, it is used for the treatment of anxiety and sometimes panic disorders.On the Other: Other Medications Used for WithdrawalAnother medication, clonidine, is used to reduce symptoms such as anxiety that may be experienced during heroin withdrawal, according to Medline Plus. Other medications that may be used during heroin withdrawal include buprenorphine and methadone, according to Medline Plus.Bottom LineXanax is not specifically intended for the management of heroin withdrawal, and clonidine is normally used to treat anxiety during withdrawal.