Anxiety

Prescription Medication for Anxiety

Anxiety management medication is designed to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and foster calmness. These medications help reduce distress and promote relaxation.

  1. Paroxetine
    Paroxetine
    Generic For Paxil
    starting at $24.99

    Paroxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat anxiety. Treatment of anxiety can require trial of different SSRIs one at a time to find the best fit for you. Noticeable improvements in mood usually appear after 4 weeks of daily use with a recommended trial period of 4 to 12 weeks.

  2. Citalopram
    Citalopram
    Generic For Celexa
    starting at $24.99

    Citalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat anxiety. Treatment of anxiety can require trial of different SSRIs one at a time to find the best fit for you. Noticeable improvements in mood usually appear after 4 weeks of daily use with a recommended trial period of 4 to 12 weeks.

  3. Escitalopram
    Escitalopram
    Generic For Lexapro
    starting at $27.99

    Escitalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat anxiety. Treatment of anxiety can require trial of different SSRIs one at a time to find the best fit for you. Noticeable improvements in mood usually appear after 4 weeks of daily use with a recommended trial period of 4 to 12 weeks.

  4. Fluoxetine
    Fluoxetine
    Generic For Prozac
    starting at $24.99

    Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat anxiety. Treatment of anxiety can require trial of different SSRIs one at a time to find the best fit for you. Noticeable improvements in mood usually appear after 4 weeks of daily use with a recommended trial period of 4 to 12 weeks.

  5. Buspirone Tablets
    Buspirone Tablets
    Generic For Buspar
    starting at $24.99

    Buspirone is an antianxiety agent used to treat anxiety and manage generalized anxiety disorder. Noticeable improvements in mood usually appear after 2-4 weeks of daily use with a recommended trial period of 4 to 12 weeks. “The mechanism of action of buspirone is unknown. Buspirone differs from typical benzodiazepine anxiolytics in that it does not exert anticonvulsant or muscle relaxant effects. It also lacks the prominent sedative effect that is associated with more typical anxiolytics. In vitro preclinical studies have shown that buspirone has a high affinity for serotonin (5-HT1A) receptors. Buspirone has no significant affinity for benzodiazepine receptors and does not affect GABA binding in vitro or in vivo when tested in preclinical models. Buspirone has moderate affinity for brain D2-dopamine receptors. Some studies do suggest that buspirone may have indirect effects on other neurotransmitter systems.” (https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2010/018731s051lbl.pdf

  6. Venlafaxine
    Venlafaxine
    Generic For Effexor XR
    starting at $24.99

    Venlafaxine is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) used to treat anxiety. Treatment of anxiety can require trial of different SNRIs or SSRIs one at a time to find the best fit for you. Noticeable improvements in mood usually appear after 4 weeks of daily use with a recommended trial period of 4 to 12 weeks.

  7. Hydroxyzine
    Hydroxyzine
    Generic For Atarax
    starting at $19.99

    Hydroxyzine is an antihistamine used to relieve itching caused by allergic skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis (eczema), contact dermatitis and hives. Due to its effects on certain receptors in the brain, it may also be used to treat anxiety and tension. It is taken as needed and is for short-term use (less than 4 months) since tolerance develops over time and may decrease effectiveness of hydroxyzine.

  8. Sertraline
    Sertraline
    Generic For Zoloft
    starting at $24.99

    Sertraline is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat anxiety. Treatment of anxiety can require trial of different SSRIs one at a time to find the best fit for you. Noticeable improvements in mood usually appear after 4 weeks of daily use with a recommended trial period of 4 to 12 weeks.

  9. Propranolol
    Propranolol
    Generic For Inderal
    starting at $19.99

    Propranolol is used for the treatment of performance anxiety, public speaking, or other situational events. It is taken as needed, however, it can also be used for other health conditions including high blood pressure, migraine prevention, and specific heart conditions. It is advised to avoid smoking while taking this medication as it may decrease the effectiveness of propranolol.