Schedule an appointment with a licensed doctor, psychiatrist, or other qualified prescriber
Be honest about your symptoms, how long they have lasted, and how they affect your daily life
Describe anxiety-related symptoms clearly, such as panic attacks, severe fear, or trouble functioning
Share your full medical history, including past mental health treatment and current medications
Ask about treatment options for anxiety or panic disorder, including therapy and non-benzodiazepine medications
Follow the prescriber’s evaluation and let them decide whether Xanax is appropriate
If prescribed, take it exactly as directed and avoid alcohol or other sedating drugs unless your prescriber says it is safe
If not prescribed, ask about safer alternatives and a referral to a mental health specialist