The main types of anti-anxiety treatment for the elderly are benzodiazepines, as well as anti-anxiety and depression medications and traditional Chinese medicine. Benzodiazepines commonly used are lorazepam, alprazolam, sulphasalazine, clonazepam, etc. These drugs have a relatively fast onset of action, and the maintenance time can usually reach more than 24 hours, and the therapeutic effect of anxiety relief is very good. However, the elderly must not be used in large quantities for a long time, because there are two aspects of side effects: 1, there is dependence; 2, there are adverse reactions that impair cognitive function. There are also anti-anxiety and depression drugs, commonly used sertraline, paroxetine, venlafaxine, etc. These drugs can not only alleviate the problem of anxiety, but also alleviate the problem of depression, unhappiness and other emotions caused by anxiety. Commonly used Chinese medicines include Jiuwei Zhenxin Granules, Anshen Tonic Brain Liquid, etc., all of which can effectively relieve anxiety. The above medicines must choose the right one for you, and take medication regularly to get better.