There's a lot of information of Xanax online.. Airway's link being one of the websites.

It's a really strong tranquilizer, it (like all other meds) isn't suitable for everyone. I get sleepy, and with alcohol the effects are unpredictable.

Not my number 1 choice for a tranquilizer.

If it makes you feel bad, you can try something else. I find oxazepam a good one. I barely feel it, don't get sleepy or anything, and don't feel like i'm drunk.

Here's a wikipedia article on it: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxazepam

Just my input. I haven't been taking many tranquilizers so I wouldn't know.