i am using xanax 1mg.4xa day it is very short lasting and my anxiety comes back on .on,,,what now

Marcela - The answer to that question really depends on what other medications you have been on and what your general health status is. There are many nonaddictive medications that can be used to help with anxiety. These medications are all primarily used as either antidepressants or antipsychotic agents. There are also medications in the same family as Xanax that are longer acting. These may be appropriate if the nonaddictive options do not work. Don't forget that there are also cognitive-behavioral approaches that do not rely on medications at all.

Rick Wirtz

Rick Wirtz is a Psychologist, not a Psychiatrist. Although the majority of Psychologists are not authorized to prescribe medications or give you specific advice about them, they typically have experience working with patients who take a variety of medications. The response above is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical or mental disorder. Any information given in a post about medication is for educational purposes only and primarily to aid you in having an informed discussion with your own physician