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Xanax, known generically as alprazolam, is a brand-name medication that’s part of the family of drugs called benzodiazepines, or “benzos” for short.
These drugs work by enhancing the effects of the neurotransmitter GABA in the brain, resulting in feelings of relaxation and calmness.
Benzos also release dopamine, the pleasure chemical, throughout the brain, which assists in the drug’s calming effects.
This makes alprazolam effective in treating mental health conditions such as anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and insomnia. The medication is also prescribed to lessen the risk of seizures in conditions such as epilepsy and alcohol withdrawal.
