Xanax is a brand name for alprazolam, which is a prescription medication in the benzodiazepine class. It's primarily prescribed to treat anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and occasionally for other conditions such as insomnia or certain types of seizures. Xanax works by enhancing the effects of a neurotransmitter called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, which produces a calming effect and helps to reduce feelings of anxiety and panic.
Xanax is available in immediate-release and extended-release formulations. The immediate-release tablets are typically taken as needed to relieve acute symptoms of anxiety or panic, while the extended-release tablets are designed to provide continuous relief of symptoms throughout the day.
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