Flagler drug crackdown nets nearly 50 arrests Oct 24, 2009
Drugs causing the most deaths in the state were oxycodone, alprazolam -- known as Xanax -- methadone, cocaine, alcohol, morphine and hydrocodone ... Sale of hydrocodone: Richard Raymond, 33, Juan Rivera, 60, (also charged with sale of alprazolam), and Eric Rodriguez, 33, all of Palm Coast. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Judge orders Crump to drug court program Oct 23, 2009
Valentine W. Ellerby, 25, of Park Hills, pleaded guilty to sale of a controlled substance Alprazolam. He is scheduled to be sentenced in December. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Beverly Arrests Oct 10, 2009
The three drugs, alprazolam, lorazepam and clonazepan, are prescription medications. Tuesday, Oct. 6. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Fla. school band credited with catching thief Oct 8, 2009
Records from the county clerk show that, in connection with the incident, Larubio faces charges of petit theft under $300, disruption of an educational institution, trespass upon grounds or facility of a school, resisting an officer without violence and possession of Alprazolam Xanax. The incident happened about eight weeks ago, but the story has been often retold on campus, sometimes with embellishment. (AZCentral -- News)
Teacher indicted in rape of student Sep 18, 2009
Marion Christopher Tucker, 41, of 11100 Road 339, Union, Count 1: possession of cocaine; Count 2: possessionion of methamphetamine; Count 3 possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana; Count 4: possession of hydrocodone; Count 5: possession of alprazolam. He was indicted as a second drug offender. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
West End Man Faces 25 Felony Charges Sep 17, 2009
He is alleged to have obtained the controlled substances oxycodone, oxycontin, alprazolam and amphetamine salt (Adderall), according to the release. Brown was released on a $10,000 unsecured bond. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Fluoxetine for Dogs Sep 6, 2009
Because fluoxetine takes approximately 10 days to reach steady-state concentrations in the blood stream, many veterinary behavioral specialists advocate the use of shorting-acting "rescue" drugs, such as alprazolam (Xanax) or diazepam (Valium), to help calm fearful or anxious dogs during times of intense need during the first 10-14 days of treatment with fluoxetine. For instance, a dog owner dealing with a dog suffering from separation anxiety may be advised to administer alprazolam to the dog... (Suite101.com)
Heroin use on rise in region Aug 31, 2009
It found diverted prescription drugs "pose an increasing drug threat in Albany County." It specifically identified Vicodin and OxyContin as well as Xanax, or alprazolam, as the drugs primarily abused in the county. 1. (Albany Times Union)
Prosecution: Driver in crash on alcohol, drugs Aug 28, 2009
She had Alprazolam, a prescription anti-anxiety drug that can cause drowsiness, in her system and a handful of the pills in her purse, the papers say. But that alcohol content is well below the legal limit for a drunken driving charge, and the pills were prescribed for Jennett, said her attorney, Paul Stockler. (Anchorage Daily News)
Couple accused of burglarizing apartment Aug 27, 2009
A search of Rogers prior to arrest revealed an oval colored pill, later identified as Alprazolam, in his right front pants pocket. Rogers said the pill belonged to his wife and he did not have a prescription for it. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Undercover cop nabs suspected prostitute Aug 27, 2009
The pills were identified as Alprazolam. Destefanis was placed under arrest and transported to the Ormond Beach Police Department for processing. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Safe Use of Drug Prescriptions and ... Aug 22, 2009
Name of the drug (brand and generic), paying careful attention if taking any look-alike, sound-alike meds, such as alprazolam and lorazepam. Purpose or reason for taking the medication, including those that are only taken on an as-needed basis. (Suite101.com)
Autopsy finds cocaine in Billy Mays' system (359) Aug 10, 2009
The toxicology tests also showed therapeutic amounts of painkillers hydrocodone, oxycodone and tramadol, as well as anti-anxiety drugs alprazolam and diazepam. Mays family questioned the finding of cocaine and criticized the medical examiner s officer for issuing the report. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Autopsy: Cocaine a factor in Billy Mays' death Aug 10, 2009
In addition, the tests found evidence of two tranquilizers -- alprazolam (Xanax) and diazepam (Valium) -- which are commonly prescribed for a variety of ailments, including anxiety and insomnia. Both drugs were determined to be in therapeutic or subtherapeutic concentrations. (CNN -- US)
Mays' Family: Never Saw Signs Of Cocaine Use Aug 9, 2009
The toxicology tests also showed therapeutic amounts of painkillers hydrocodone, oxycodone and tramadol, as well as anti-anxiety drugs alprazolam and diazepam. Mays had suffered hip problems and was scheduled for hip-replacement surgery the day after he was found dead. (Click2Houston, TX)
Results: Billy Mays died of heart disease Aug 8, 2009
The autopsy also uncovered metabolites of alprazolam and diazepam, both benzodiazepine drugs, in Mays system at therapeutic or subtherapeutic levels and a level of ethyl alcohol consistent with a few social beverages. Mays, who was known for his appearances in infomercials for OxiClean and other products, was in Tampa on June 28. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Multi-crore illicit drugs business thriving Jul 24, 2009
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence too busted two such factories in Maharashtra recently seizing about 2,000 kg of Alprazolam and Diapam tablets, used for treating anxiety and muscle problems. The factories in Aurangadabad and Thane districts each had been making the drugs (sub-standard) without having any license from excise department and even Food and Drug Authority of India, DRI officials said. (India Times, India)
9 Doctors Who Treated Jackson Under Investigation Jul 17, 2009
" According to open-session minutes of the board meeting, held over two days in the Tropicana Ballroom at the Las Vegas Embassy Suites Hotel: Cary Logan, M.D., Medical Director for Inn-House Doctor, explained that his company, currently offers medical care to Las Vegas visitors by providing phone consultations to those staying in area hotels. They triage patients over the phone and may either offer a 000009FA medical visit or refer the patient to a medical facility if there is the need.... (Fox News)
Massive Drug Stash Jul 11, 2009
A vial of Promethazine an antihistamine with strong sedative effects A bottle of Alprazolam (generic for Xanax, a powerful anti-anxiety drug) A bottle of Percocet a painkiller A syringe A vial with Demerol in it Numerous loose pills outside bottles A bottle of Prednisone a steroid Ery-tab an antibiotic Prescriptions for Xanax that had been filled A prescription for Alprazolam Oxygen tanks IV stands. Related Stories. (Fox News)
ST. CHARLES PARISH POLICE REPORT Jul 11, 2009
Quenton L. Young, 32, 912 Paul Frederick St., Luling, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine, possession with intent to distribute alprazolam, obstructing public passage. Comments. (L Observateur, LA)
Prescription drug abuse ravages state's youth Jul 7, 2009
Medical Examiners' records indicate the drugs most commonly found in those death cases were methadone, the painkillers oxycodone and hydrocodone, alprazolam (Xanax), morphine, diazepam (Valium) and fentanyl. "It's an epidemic and I'm afraid we're losing a whole generation," said Beth Lewis Maze, the Chief Circuit Judge for the 21st Judicial Circuit in Kentucky. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Increase in prescription drug deaths reported Jul 1, 2009
The drugs causing the most deaths in the state were oxycodone, alprazolam -- known as Xanax -- methadone, cocaine, alcohol, morphine and hydrocodone ... In Volusia County, alprazolam -- used to treat anxiety -- was found in the bloodstream of 67 people who died in 2008, the highest number of times a narcotic was found in deceased persons that year, the report shows ... ALPRAZOLAM: (also known as anti-anxiety medication Xanax). (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Indian duo charged for healthcare fraud Jun 26, 2009
Records obtained from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) demonstrate that Dr. Arun Sharma has allegedly prescribed 615,671 tablets of hydrocodone (Vicodan), 66,000 tablets of alprazolam (Xanax), and 26,000 tablets of diazepam (Valium) between Sep 1, 2008 and May 22, 2009, FBI said. As a result of enforcement action conducted last week at the two pain clinics, the Sharma residence and two safe deposit boxes, $700,000 in cash was discovered at the Sharma residence, while $816,000 in cash... (India Times, India)
David Carradine Dead at 72 Jun 5, 2009
The medical examiner's office found that Ledger died as the result of acute intoxication by the combined effects of oxycodone, hydrocodone, diazepam, temazepam, alprazolam, and doxylamine ... Diazepam is an anti-anxiety drug commonly sold under the brand name Valium; alprazolam is also an anti-anxiety drug sold under such names as Xanax. (Suite101.com)
Tai chi can help reduce fall risk Jun 5, 2009
A study by A. John Campbell and others from Dunedin and Seattle got about half of 93 folks age 65 and older and taking pills for anxiety, sleep, or depression, like Valium, Ativan (lorazepam) and alprazolam, to reduce their dose gradually to 80 percent of the original dose after two weeks, 60 percent after five weeks, 40 percent after eight weeks, 20 percent after 11 weeks and zero by week 14. After 44 weeks, 17 folks in this group had fallen versus 40 in those who kept on taking their pills. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Pharmacy worker arrested on drug charges Jun 3, 2009
Warrants allege Bridgeford took prescription drugs such as Cialis, hydrocodone and alprazolam, which is sold under the name Xanax, as she performed her job as an inventory specialist. Kind of like the fox guarding the henhouse, right. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Police arrest Ponchatoula teacher for forging prescriptions May 21, 2009
Giannobile said the prescriptions were for drugs that included hydrocodone, oxycodone, alprazolam and Lunesta. He said there was no evidence that would indicate Babin was selling the drugs. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Investigator: Jack died from stab wound, Duncan drugged to death May 7, 2009
While the stab wound was the cause of death, toxicology tests determined the boy had excessive levels of alprazolam, a prescription anti-anxiety medication marketed under the brand name Xanax, in his system, Cofoid said ... Duncan died of an overdose of alprazolam and quetiapine, a prescription drug marketed as Seroquel and used to treated mental conditions ranging from insomnia and anxiety to schizophrenia, Cofoid said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Coroner: Dead brothers died from drugs; 1 stabbed May 7, 2009
A "significant contributing factor" in the child's death was an elevated amount in his system of the drug alprazolam, also known as Xanax, which helps treat anxiety and panic attacks. Nine-year-old Duncan Leichtenberg died from a combination of alprazolam and quetiapine, which is used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and anxiety, said Cofoid, who ruled the boys' deaths homicides. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Masters Pharmaceutical fined by DEA May 5, 2009
The DEA claimed that Masters sold more than 4 million dosages of hydrocodone, phentermine and alprazolam to the Internet pharmacies between 2005 and 2008 and didn t report the sales to the agency. By failing to report the suspicious orders for controlled substances that it received from rogue Internet pharmacies, Masters Pharmaceuticals contributed substantially to the explosive growth of prescription drug abuse in this country, said Robert Corso, special agent in charge, Detroit Field Division... (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
State reprimands local doctor for prescription irregularities Fredericksburg physician reprimanded for liberally prescribing pain medication May 1, 2009
The controlled substances he prescribed were alprazolam, Ambien, Dalmane, diazepam, Dilaudid, Endocet, flurazepam, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, Lorcet, methadone, oxycodone, Percocet, Valium and Vicodin. Read more stories about Date published: 5/1/2009. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Md. man sentenced for manslaughter Apr 29, 2009
Daily American Online - Md. man sentenced for manslaughter. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Dogs Who are Scared of Thunderstorm... Apr 28, 2009
Dogs Who are Scared of Thunderstorms: Reducing the Phobias, Fears and Anxiety Dogs Experience with Thunder. Dogs Who are Scared of Thunderstorms. (Suite101.com)
Grand Jury indictments April 2009 Apr 28, 2009
Kathryn Marie Coffey, no address listed on indictment, one count of violation of Georgia Controlled Substance Act (sale of alprazolam), one count of illegal substances near parks ... Jeffery Cody Lawson, of Worthing Gap Road, Rock Spring, one count of possession of alprazolam ... Jeremiah Franklin Heming, of McMillian Street, Rossville, one count of possession of alprazolam, one count of driving under the influence, one count of failure to maintain lane. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Grand jury returns indictments Apr 9, 2009
Clifton Neal Pryor, sale of methamphetamines and sale of alprazolam; also a second case of sale of methamphetamines ... Mary Katherine Pinter, sale of methamphetamines; also second case of sale of alprazolam. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
The Coppell Police Department responded to the following incidents. Apr 8, 2009
Suspect was arrested for possession of alprazolam. 0:28 p.m. - Drug activity/possession reported in the 2100 block of Greenstone Trail. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
ST. CHARLES PARISH Mar 28, 2009
Andrienne C. Lee, 52, 320 St. Anthony St. Luling, DWI, careless operation, possession of schedule IV CDS (alprazolam), possession of schedule II CDS (hydrocodone), possession of a legend drug (Lunesta). David W. LeBeauf, 42, 515 Kennedy St. Ama, DWI, reckless operation, speeding. (L Observateur, LA)
Bikie peace advocate 'in fatal brawl' Mar 27, 2009
" Hawi's latest public comments come as police charged the president of the pseudo-bikie club Notorious - which was allegedly involved in a spate of drive-by shootings - with possessing pharmaceutical pills. Police pulled over Allan Sarkis, the president of Notorious, in Chatswood about 9pm on Wednesday and allegedly found 26 Alprazolam tablets. Sarkis's arrest makes him the second prominent bikie club member to be targeted by police this week, following the arrest of the serjeant-at-arms of the... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
The Week in Review Mar 22, 2009
- A woman remained in the Jackson County Jail on involuntary manslaughter charges connected to the overdose death of 14-year-old Brittane Nicole Brown, who died in December after she ingested lethal amounts of the pain reliever oxycodone and anti-anxiety medication alprazolam (Xanax). A man and two boys also were charged in the case. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Walker County grand jury indictments for March 2009 Mar 20, 2009
Brent Allen Roach, of Tillman Drive, LaFayette, one count of possession of alprazolam, one count of possession of marijuana less than one ounce. Dennis Lamar Phillips, of Germantown Road, Chattanooga, Tenn. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Muscatine woman charged with bringing drugs into jail Mar 19, 2009
Christine V. Mathias, 37, 206 W. Sixth St., Muscatine, had three pills of cyclobenzaprime and two pills of alprazolam when she was booked into the Muscatine County Jail at about 12:30 p.m. on March 9, according to court records. Mathias was charged with introduction of contraband into a correctional facility, a Class D felony. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Four arrested in teen's overdose Mar 17, 2009
Toxicology reports showed she had ingested fatal levels of the pain reliever oxycodone and anti-anxiety medication alprazolam (Xanax). More than two months after Brown's death, police and agents with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrested the two adults who live at the house and two boys, according to a statement released by the GBI and the Hoschton Police Department. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Soldier Charged in Death of Teen Found at Barracks Mar 11, 2009
Officials have confirmed King died from a toxic combination of Alprazolam, an anti-depressant marketed as Xanax, and Oxymorphone, a pain killer marketed as Opana. According to investigators, some of these drugs were crushed and inhaled in powder form, denying any time-release protection that a pill form might provide. (Fox News)
Ft. Lewis Soldier Charged With Girl's Drug Death Mar 11, 2009
According to the press release, King died from a toxic combination of Alprazolam, an anti-depressant marketed as Xanax, and Oxymorphone, a painkiller marketed as Opana ... The drugs he's accused of distributing include Alprazolam, Oxymorphone, Oxycodone and marijuana, Robinson said. (KIRO TV, WA)
Court Cases Disposed Mar 11, 2009
prosecution nolle prossed charges of possession of Alprazolam and. Oxycodone after a co-defendant testified the drugs were his. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Alexza to Announce 2008 Financial Results and Update Its Clinical Pipeline on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 Mar 7, 2009
AZ-002 (Staccato alprazolam) has completed Phase 1 testing and a Phase 2a proof-of-concept clinical trial. Product candidates that have completed Phase 1 testing are AZ-003 (Staccato fentanyl) for the treatment of breakthrough pain and AZ-007 (Staccato zaleplon) for the treatment of insomnia. (PR Newswire)
COLUMN: Oscars this year missed some of the big hits Mar 1, 2009
medic57 wrote on Feb 28, 2009 7:23 PM:" Give me a break Rob, The Dark Knight struck a cord because one of the actors in the movies decided to mix about 5 different painkillers and Anti-Depressents at the same time. He didn't even finish making the movie because of his drug problem, and what does America do? Enshrine him. As far as the Joker goes, NO ONE was better than Jack.I do think that with the possible exception of Slumdog Millionaire, which has become a surprise hit, none of the nominees... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Beatrice doctor suspended for prescriptions Feb 19, 2009
They include 55 for OxyContin, 53 for hydrocodone, 27 for oxycodone, 21 for alprazolam, 15 for phentamine, nine for Adderall, eight for lorazapam, and four for Lunesta. The order said an inspection of Tran s office did not turn up a log for controlled substances stored on premises, but that he routinely kept on hand Demerol, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, dihydrocodine and codeine. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Police: Worker Steals Xanax From Assisted Living Patient Feb 18, 2009
-- An assisted living worker was caught on camera stealing prescription Alprazolam from a 100-year-old resident on Friday, according to Lincoln police ... Alprazolam, more commonly known by its trade name Xanax, is a potentially addicitve drug used to treat anxiety and panic attacks. (7 KETV Omaha)
Your health; Taper off antidepressants gradually to avoid symptoms of withdrawal (26) Feb 18, 2009
A: You are absolutely right that alcohol and sedatives like Xanax (alprazolam) do not mix. We had the alcohol content in nine gin-soaked raisins analyzed and learned that it amounts to about one drop. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Madison County police blotter Feb 18, 2009
22-caliber rifle was found behind a door along with a bag with five pills of Alprazolam. Pulliam read both suspects their Miranda rights. (Athens Banner-Herald)
OK State suspends Bowling after charges Feb 12, 2009
The report indicated Bowling was also in possession of Alprazolam, commonly known as the anti-depressant Xanax, along with a digital scale. The documents indicate that Bowling entered a plea of not guilty and was released on $2,500 bond. (ESPN -- College Football)
January 2009 arrests (updated Feb. 3) Feb 8, 2009
Carrie Ann Shropshire, 27, of Campbell Avenue, LaFayette, Schedule IV (alprazolam). Sedrick Sharell Shropshire, 27, of Naomi Cemetery Road, LaFayette, possession of methamphetamine. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Antidepressant Eases Anxiety in Older Adults Feb 7, 2009
For many years, the treatment for anxiety in older adults has been either no treatment or such sedatives as Valium (diazepam) or Xanax (alprazolam), Lenze said. "There have been concerns about the safety of these medications in older adults," he added. (MEDLINEplus)
