Xanax is a brand name for the medication alprazolam, which belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. It is primarily prescribed for the management of anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and occasionally for the short-term relief of symptoms of anxiety.
Alprazolam works by enhancing the effects of a neurotransmitter called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain. GABA is responsible for inhibiting or reducing the activity of neurons, which helps to induce feelings of relaxation and calmness.
