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Alprazolam is the generic name for a benzodiazepine medication. Xanax is a well-known brand name for alprazolam. The medicine acts on the central nervous system by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), an inhibitory neurotransmitter that helps reduce excessive neuronal activity.

In the United States, alprazolam is approved for the acute treatment of generalized anxiety disorder in adults and for the treatment of panic disorder with or without agoraphobia in adults.

Quick medication overviewCategoryInformationGeneric nameAlprazolamCommon brandXanaxDrug classBenzodiazepineActive ingredientAlprazolamAdministrationOralCommon tablet strengths0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mgU.S. controlled statusSchedule IVPrescription statusPrescription-onlyMain approved usesGeneralized anxiety disorder and panic disorder

Alprazolam is generally absorbed relatively quickly after oral administration, with peak plasma concentrations occurring approximately one to two hours after a dose. Its average elimination half-life is about 11.2 hours, although this can vary considerably between individuals.