Best suggested medication for anxiety?!

Best suggested medication for anxiety?

I have general anxiety and am avoidant, and I have mild to moderate anxiety attacks from things that happen or things I make up in my head. I'm on Effexor right now for depression and the GAD, but I don't feel like its effective enough and am considering wanting to get on a low dose of xanax or lorzepam, but any suggestions for what works well for you/others?

4 weeks ago
I don't want answers that aren't answering my questions, i.e. anything but suggestions of medication. Honestly now, don't waste my time. I just want to have an opinion of things before I go to my doctor.

I'm not a doctor, but have personal experience with depression and anxiety. Xanax made me feel crazy, but it reacts differently with everyone. You should definitely go to a good psychiatrist and get his/her ideas.

I do best on Lexapro and a teeny dose of Clonapin. I also MUST stay off of anything caffienated. It really helps when I drink plenty of water and exercise regularly. I know that staying away from caffiene and exercising nearly everyday will help you no matter what your chemical make-up is! You should try yoga! Breathing is really good for anxiety!

Good luck!