Does Xanex treat anxiety?

Answer by  jusmisbehaven (135)

Xanax is a medication prescribed for anxiety. It is a short acting anti anxiety medication. It is also addictive and has a potential to be abused. It is a controlled medication. If she is using it under a doctor's care and not abusing the medication then it's effective for anxiety

Answer by  overindulgence (61)

Xanax is generally and primarily prescribed for anxiety. However, a doctor may feel it is necessary for other conditions as well.

Answer by  Aubs (1089)

Yes. Although many drugs such as Zoloft and Xanax are marketed as depression-based, the majority of these types of medicine also treat anxiety.

Answer by  elynne (1153)

That is one of the label usages for xanex. It is also used off label as a treatment for OCD. The question that shold be asked is why her doctor will not tell her why it was prescribed. No drug shoul;d be taken without full knowledge.