Schedule an appointment with a licensed healthcare professional
Be honest about your symptoms, medical history, and current medications
Describe how anxiety or panic symptoms affect your daily functioning
Ask about treatment options for anxiety or panic disorder
Discuss whether therapy, lifestyle changes, or non-benzodiazepine medications may be appropriate
Follow the clinician’s evaluation and recommended treatment plan
Do not request Xanax specifically as the only acceptable option
Do not exaggerate symptoms or seek prescriptions from multiple providers
If prescribed, use it exactly as directed and attend follow-up visits
Ask about risks, side effects, dependence, and safe use before starting treatment