Things that calms you down like Xanax are natural remedies and lifestyle changes like herbal supplements such as Kava, Valerian root and lavender extract.
Getting at least 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise a day like taking a brisk walk or even riding a bicycle can trigger the release of endorphins and instantly relieve stress.
Using grounding and breathing techniques such as box breathing, where you inhale for 4 seconds and then hold for 4 seconds and then exhale 4 seconds and then hold for 4 seconds and repeat again.
You can also use the 3-3-3 rule by identifying 3 things that you see, 3 things that you hear and then move 3 parts of your body, which can help relax and calm you and brig you back to the present.
Non habit forming medications that calms you down like Xanax include SSRIs and SNRIs as well as Buspirone.
Buspirone is a non addictive, prescription anti-anxiety medication that is made for daily and ongoing use, instead of just an as needed panic relief medication.
SSRIs and SNRIs, which are antidepressant medications like Zoloft or Lexapro are also first line medical treatment medications for treating anxiety disorders, although they also take several weeks to build up in your system to fully work.
Fast acting prescription medications that calms you like Xanax include Beta Blockers like Propranolol, Hydroxyzine (Vistaril, Atarax) and Ativan (Lorazepam) and Valium (diazepam).
Instead of calming your mind, beta blockers like Propranolol, block adrenaline and are perfect for the physical symptoms of anxiety like a racing heart, sweating or trembling without causing drowsiness.
Hydroxyzine, like Vistaril and Atarax are prescription antihistamines that provide a calming, sedative effect without the risk of dependency that is associated with Xanax.
And Ativan like Lorazepam and valium like diazepam, are also benzodiazepine medications and they work on the same brain receptors that Xanax works on to slow down your central nervous system, which relieves panic and severe anxiety.