What's the generic for xanax?

What’s the generic name for Xanax?

Xanax is the brand name for alprazolam (a benzodiazepine) [1].

Is there a “generic Xanax” or multiple generic options?

Yes. Because Xanax’s active ingredient is alprazolam, the “generic Xanax” is typically sold as alprazolam under various manufacturers and forms (for example, immediate-release and extended-release, depending on the product).

How do patients usually look it up at the pharmacy?

Most people ask for alprazolam rather than a brand name. The key is to match the strength and the release type (immediate vs extended) to the Xanax prescription.

Sources

[1] https://www.drugs.com/xanax.html