Alprazolam, the generic name for Xanax, is a brand-name drug that belongs to the class of medications known as benzodiazepines, or simply "benzos." These medications produce sensations of tranquility and relaxation by amplifying the actions of the neurotransmitter GABA in the brain. The soothing effects of benzos are also aided by the release of dopamine, the joy neurotransmitter, throughout the brain.
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