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I am not a medical professional and would not be able to give you medical advice.

Xanax is a benzodiazepine, which is a type of medication used for panic or anxiety attacks. It is normally taken once per day and has a calming effect.

BuSpar is used to treat anxiety. According to FirstData, Inc., "It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters)."

Both these medications have different active ingredients. Each person may react differently to medications, so what works for one person may not work for another. Sometimes, it is a matter of trial and error to find the medication that works best for you.

Eileen