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Buspirone's chemical structure and mechanism of action are completely unrelated to those of the benzodiazepines, nor does it have an efficacy comparable to that of members of the benzodiazepine family, such as diazepam (Valium) in treating GAD.[2][3] Unlike the benzodiazepines, buspirone shows no potential for addiction or dependence, and the development of tolerance has not been observed. Furthermore, cross-tolerance to benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and alcohol, as well as other GABAergics, is not present either.

XANAX is a benzodiazepine

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Prozac and Xanax are 2 completely different drugs. Xanex is, basically, a tranquiliser and is along the same line as Valium and the other tranx. Tranquilisers act as depressants on the central nervous system. Prozac is an anti-depressant. Without going into exhaustive detail, the 2 drugs do different things and should not be mixed unless your MD gives you the OK to do so. Hope this helps.

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Not at all... Fluoxetine is Prozac which is an antidepressant whereas Xanax is a benzodiazepine which is typically used for anxiety. Fluoxetine can take 4-6 weeks to get into your system where Xanax is an instant release. A lot of ppl take them together. Warning though...benzodiazepines are extremely addictive and withdrawl is from these drugs are horrible.

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Yes it can. My therapist was going to prescribe me both Prozac and Xanax to be taken twice daily. However, I prefer Valium so I am now on Valium and Prozac.

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