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Help please? how good is xanax (alprazolam) for anxiety? how long does it last?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Xanax (alprazolam): Treats symptoms. It does not correct the underlying anxiety disorder. It is best used short term.

Answered 2/8/2014

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