What is Xanax?
Xanax is the brand version for generic alprazolam to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Xanax also helps treat transient symptoms of anxiety and depression due to anxiety. Xanax is aSchedule 4 controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act. It signifies that the medication possesses a high risk of dependence, addiction, and abuse.

Xanax is useful for the treatment of anxiety disorder characterized by immoderate and unrealistic anxiety and worry about the life conditions and panic disorder characterized by recurrent panic attacks.

How does Xanax work?
Xanax belongs to the benzodiazepine class of central nervous system active compounds. It acts on the brain and nervous. Xanax enhances GABA (Gamma Amino Butyric Acid) neurotransmitters, which are responsible for motor control, vision, and many cortical functions.
Xanax boosts the GABA receptors resulting in the effects of calmness and relaxation in the brain and body.