Clonazepam is the generic name for Klonopin, while Xanax is the brand-name equivalent of alprazolam. Both anxiety medications are benzodiazepines, which means they depress your central nervous ...

Dr. Brian Brennan answers the question: 'Benzodiazepines For Anxiety Disorders?' — -- Question: What are benzodiazepines (such as Valium, Xanax), how do they work, and how are they used to ...