The documentary addresses the potentially addictive nature of the drug, which is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance. Production Credits Take Your Pills: Xanax (2022)
Experts and academics discuss the drug's intended use for short-term relief versus the reality of frequent, long-term prescriptions. Take Your Pills: Xanax (2022)
The film investigates why prescriptions for Xanax have exploded over the last 20–25 years, questioning why so many people today are filled with "dread and fear". (2022) is a feature-length documentary on Netflix that
(2022) is a feature-length documentary on Netflix that examines the widespread use and impact of the anti-anxiety medication. Part of the "Take Your Pills" series, the film explores how Xanax—the brand name for alprazolam—has become a cultural phenomenon while serving as a "cure for some and a curse for others". Core Themes & Content Take Your Pills: Xanax (2022)
Interviews with past and present users highlight the drug's ability to "work like magic" for severe panic and anxiety, while others detail the risks of dependency and withdrawal.