Does the pills u take for anxiety only when u feeling anxious work?

Question

Dr. gave me some medicine for my anxiety, but i don't want to become dependent. I hate taking pills, actually I won't, I rather tough it out, but some days are really bad and if i could take a pill only on those days that will be great! My question is does it work? Will that work? Please only those with experience, answer me!!!

Answer 1

What's the name of the pill?  If you only take it when you're anxious, it's probably xanax, or another benzodiazpine.   They work extremely well.  And that's their main drawback.  Because they become extremely addictive.  I wouldn't recommend them unless you really need them.  There are a lot of other options to try first.