Xanax, the brand name for the generic drug alprazolam, is a prescription medication primarily used to treat anxiety disorders and panic disorder. Alprazolam belongs to a class of medications known as benzodiazepines, which act on the central nervous system to produce a calming effect. Xanax is commonly prescribed to manage symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), which involves excessive and persistent worry and anxiety about various aspects of life. It may also be used for other types of anxiety disorders.
