Description
Xanax (Alprazolam):
Xanax (Alprazolam) is a popular benzodiazepine medication that is primarily used to treat all forms of anxiety, panic disorders, phobias, and other related conditions. The generic form of the medication is called alprazolam. As a CNS depressant, Xanax works towards calming down the senses and relaxing the mind for a feel-good sensation.
The five main characteristics of the medication are:
- Alprazolam increases GABA effects in the brain, slowing brain activity to promote calmness.
- It releases dopamine, unlocking the brain’s pleasure and reward centers.
- Helps with relieving anxiety and muscle tension.
- The calming effect works well for sleeping disorders like insomnia and much more.
- A sense of euphoria is also achieved with the Xanax medication.
Xanax & OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
Xanax is the most popular and widely preferred benzodiazepine medication when it comes to anxiety treatment. As a fast-acting medication, alprazolam treats the symptoms of OCD spontaneously, calming down the agitation in the mind with its depressing activity in the brain.
OCD, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, is an anxiety disorder characterised by a pattern of thoughts and fears that are not needed. Due to this pattern, repetitive behaviours are identified that lead to disruptions in daily life, also causing major havoc and stress. The obsessions might look normal in the beginning, but once they become an unavoidable trait or habit, that is when distress increases exponentially. The most common traits include:
- fear of contamination by dirt
- The need for orderliness in every activity
- Aggression and thoughts about losing oneself
- Frequent doubts over a finished task
- Extreme stress occurs when things don’t exist in their original position.
Hence, OCD is called a “vicious cycle.” Also, it is believed to be a result of poor communication between the various regions of the brain.
With several types of recognised treatments for OCD, an anti-anxiety medication is always recommended as part of the therapy process.
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