Anxiety Treatment Medications People suffering from anxiety disorders typically get better by undergoing psychotherapy and taking medication. Medications used to treat anxiety include benzodiazepines, such as Xanax (alprazolam), Klonopin (clonazepam) and Valium (diazepam). Antidepressants also help treat anxiety. SSRIs such as citalopram (Celexa) and fluoxetine (Prozac) are effective in preventing
