Anxiety is a normal emotion that all people experience from time to time. With anxiety disorders, the anxiety is so intense or so persistent that it interferes with daily life functions. Symptoms of anxiety disorder include:²

• Feeling restless, fidgety or wound up

• Consistent fatigue

• Irritability

• Headaches or muscle aches

• Stomach issues, including nausea or pain

• Overwhelming worry

• Sleep disruption and insomnia

Anxiety is a complicated condition that can be caused by a broad spectrum of factors. Although the causes are hard to pinpoint, there are risk factors that make you more likely to experience anxiety, including:³

• Traumatic events

• Major health issues

• Stress buildup

• Mental illness (anxiety often accompanies other mental illness)

• Blood relatives with anxiety

• Substance abuse

Controlling your anxiety is usually best handled by trying treatment options to find the best combination for you. Treatment options generally fall into three categories:

• Medication

• Therapy

• Lifestyle changes

Yes. Our U.S. licensed providers offer convenient online treatment for anxiety from the comfort of your own home. Start an online consult with one of our qualified medical professionals to determine the best anxiety treatment option for you.

Anxiety and depression come in many forms, and RedBox Rx is here to help with ongoing mental health support and prescription medication on your schedule. Learn more about:

• Panic Attacks

• Anxiety Attacks

• Social Anxiety

• Postpartum Anxiety

• Postpartum Depression

• Major Depressive Disorder

• Seasonal Depression

• Depression

Mild feelings of anxiety may go away on their own, but an anxiety disorder requires treatment, the same as any other issue with your health or well-being.⁴

1. American Psychiatric Association

2. National Institute of Mental Health

3. Mayo Clinic

4. Cleveland Clinic

There are six main classes of medications used to treat anxiety: selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), benzodiazepines, nonbenzodiazepine anxiolytics, antihistamines, tranquilizers and tricyclic antidepressants.¹

RedBox Rx prescribes the following types of anxiety medications:

• SSRIs block reuptake of serotonin, a mood regulating chemical, in the brain to create higher levels of the mood regulating chemical.² Common SSRIs include:

• Citalopram (Celexa®)

• Paroxetine (Paxil®)

• SNRIs block the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine to help balance chemicals in the brain and regulate mood.³ Common SNRIs include:

• Duloxetine (Cymbalta®)

• Venlafaxine ER (Effexor XR®)

• Nonbenzodiazepine anxiolytics are anxiolytic medicines that elevate feel-good chemicals serotonin and dopamine in the brain.⁴ The most common used for anxiety is:

• Buspirone (Buspar®)

• Antihistamines⁵ block histamine in your body and are well known for causing relaxation and sleepiness. The only antihistamine currently approved by the FDA to be prescribed for anxiety is:

• Hydroxyzine (Atarax®)

The following are additional kinds of anxiety medications that RedBox Rx does not prescribe at this time due to legal reasons or concerns about side effects:

• Benzodiazepines⁶ are controlled substances that slow down the nervous system, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety. Common benzodiazepines include:

• Clonazepam (Klonopin®)

• Alprazolam (Xanax®)

• Tricyclic antidepressants are reuptake inhibitors of serotonin and norepinephrine as well.⁶ They block more receptors than SSRIs or SNRIs, which can sometimes make them more effective but can also cause more severe side effects. Common tricyclic antidepressants include:

• Amitriptyline (Elavil®)

• Amoxapine (Asendin®)

• Desipramine (Norpramin®)

• Doxepin (Sinequan®)

• Imipramine (Tofranil®)

• Nortriptyline (Pamelor®)

• Protriptyline (Vivactil®)

• Trimipramine (Surmontil®)

Results of anxiety medication vary across users. For reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs, SNRIs) and nonbenzodiazepine anxiolytics (buspirone), results usually start within one to two weeks but can take four to eight weeks to reach their full benefits. Antihistamines (hydroxyzine) start to work more immediately. Most people feel the effects within 30 minutes and the medication reaches its full potential within two hours.

No. Anxiety medications require a prescription. You can, however, get convenient online treatment for anxiety with medications shipped to your door through RedBox Rx.

Anxiety medication from RedBox Rx costs $25 per month with purchase of a three-month supply. We’re able to offer low prices because we purchase anxiety medications directly from manufacturers and ship from our pharmacy in Iowa.

The reuptake inhibitor anxiety medications that RedBox Rx prescribes are not considered addictive or habit-forming medications. However, you can experience negative side effects from stopping anxiety medication abruptly, so always consult with a medical professional first.

Effectiveness of anxiety medication is dependent on the individual. Start an online visit with RedBox Rx to talk with a licensed medical professional that can help you determine the best treatment options for your specific needs.

Common side effects of reuptake inhibitor anxiety medication include:^{8, 9}

• Nausea

• Constipation

• Dizziness

• Headache

• Dry mouth

• Excessive sweating

• Insomnia

Common side effects of nonbenzodiazepine anxiolytics (buspirone) include:¹⁰

• Restlessness

• Nervousness

• Unusual excitement

Common side effects of antihistamines (hydroxyzine) include:¹¹

• Dizziness

• Drowsiness

• Fatigue

• Dry mouth

• Headache

• Urinary retention

• Blurred vision

• Irritability

To prescribe anxiety medications in the U.S., a prescriber must be a licensed medical doctor or nurse practitioner. RedBox Rx has U.S. licensed medical providers ready to help you find your ideal anxiety treatment.

Yes, you can get anxiety medication online (if prescribed) with telehealth options like RedBox Rx. Start an online consult now to talk with a U.S. licensed medical provider about anxiety treatment options.

Yes, treatment through RedBox Rx is HSA and FSA eligible.

1. Anxiety & Depression Association of America

2. Anxiety & Depression Association of America

3. Mayo Clinic

4. National Library of Medicine

5. Mayo Clinic

6. Mayo Clinic

7. National Library of Medicine

8. Mayo Clinic

9. WebMD

10. Mayo Clinic

11. National Alliance on Mental Illness