Xanax Addiction Guide Addiction Treatment, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Benzodiazepines, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Commonly Abused DrugsBy Coalition RecoveryNovember 30, 2020Xanax is a drug prescribed typically for anxiety, panic disorders, and insomnia. However, Xanax (alprazolam) is very addictive and highly susceptible for abuse. Understand the health effects of this abuse and what you can do if you are dependent, abusing, or addicted to Xanax.