Every Anxiety Medication Explained in 5 Minutes

A complete breakdown of every medication currently used to treat anxiety... how each one works, what makes it different, and why doctors choose one over another. This video is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. 0:00 SSRIs (Prozac, Zoloft, Lexapro) 0:32 SNRIs (Effexor, Cymbalta) 1:02 Benzodiazepines (Xanax, Valium, Klonopin) 1:32 Buspirone (Buspar) 2:02 Beta-blockers (Propranolol) 2:33 Tricyclic Antidepressants (Amitriptyline, Imipramine) 3:03 MAOIs (Phenelzine, Tranylcypromine) 3:401 Pregabalin (Lyrica) 4:11 Hydroxyzine (Vistaril, Atarax)