Alprazolam for Panic Disorder User Reviews (Page 4)

• Dog...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 16, 2017

"Xanax has been a lifesaver for me. I have been diagnosed with panic disorder and depression since I was a teenager. I learned through lots of therapy that my issues are environmental and chemical. There are times when meditating and positive affirmations do not work during my attacks. This is when I take my Xanax so I can function like a normal human being. I do not abuse my Xanax and have been on the same dose (0.5 mg) for the last 10 years. There was a time that I was having multiple panic attacks daily for months. Xanax helped me stay sane until my psychiatrist found the right SSRI for me. I think that this drug is great as long as you have a good doctor and use the appropriate amount."

• NJa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 22, 2018

"This drug can be habit-forming, so control your desire to dose and skip doses to 'up' yourself in terms of pills. Once you master the addictive side of this medicine, it can be a REAL benefit for anxiety disorders. It's given me control over my life again. I love this medication, but I respect it and am afraid of it at the same time. ONLY take it when you need it, do that, and it will be an asset."

• cor...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 1, 2018

"I have been taking Xanax for 30 years and could not have survived without it. I take half of .025 when needed, so not every day. Sometimes my anxiety flares up, and I may have to take it a few days in a row. One time when my son was in the hospital due to a bad accident, I took it every day for 8 months straight to calm me. I have bad agoraphobia when it comes to large buildings and needed it to get into the huge hospital. When I stopped taking it after 8 months, I had no symptoms at all... If you take a low dose, you will have no problem with it, and it will keep your anxiety down so you can live your life."

• goo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 27, 2015

"When I'm at my worst, or I literally have so many racing thoughts, or I get too agitated, I take half or 1 mg, smoke tobacco, and I'm fine. It's amazing, I have not found this drug addictive. I only need it when I'm thinking or having an anxiety attack. I'm going to a psychiatrist and am hopefully going to be prescribed it. It has blessed me and made me think clear thoughts without overthinking. Best suited if you're diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, or panic attacks."

• Cal...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 3, 2016

"Xanax XR (2 mg every morning) has controlled my anxiety and panic attacks since 2008. One of the SSRIs I tried worked (Zoloft), but the side effects were unacceptable. The XR does not have those side effects and keeps working at a constant dose, though I occasionally need 0.5 mg Xanax PRN. Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and Mindfulness Meditation have helped, too, but they are not enough."

• Anonymous
• April 6, 2008

"Efficacy never in doubt with this fast-acting benzodiazepine. Alprazolam works on the neurotransmitter GABA to induce calming effects. It is useful to many patients who try it and is preferred over similar medications because of its relative safety. Regardless of how it is used, it is very potent and may be habit-forming. A typical dose for a recreational user or someone addicted to this drug may be many times what would be considered safe. If taking Xanax more than 4 mg per day, then slowly taper."

• Har...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 5, 2014

"I have been on Xanax for about 8 months after a very difficult period in my life. Xanax helped me very well in the beginning of treatment but quickly tends to lose its beneficial effects. The development of tolerance is a major issue with all benzodiazepines and seems to build fast with Xanax / alprazolam. I had to increase my dose from 0.5 mg twice a day to 2 mg three times a day. Tapering off can be difficult."

• Mad...
• November 14, 2020

"I am a very anxious person. I am diagnosed with panic disorder, which has had an extreme impact on my quality of life. I have been on various benzos throughout the years, namely Xanax for about 5 years. I used to take 4 mg a day and then went down to 3 mg a day for the past year due to circumstances outside of my control. I recently discussed with my Dr. how my anxiety has been consuming me and how I think I need to be back on 2 mg twice a day. She wanted me to try 1 mg of Xanax XR (slow release) a day in addition to the regular 3 mg I take. I find little to no relief with the Xanax XR. If I take it in conjunction with 1 mg of regular release, it helps better, but I shouldn't have to do that. So now next month, I have to talk to her yet again. I'm a first-time mom, and all I want is to live life without anxiety dictating my every thought. Anyone have a similar experience?"

• Pat...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• August 29, 2019

"Well, I've been taking Xanax for more than 22 years now for panic disorder. I'm literally addicted to Xanax. The doctor told me my panic disorder would last 6 months only, but it turned out it lasted for years. The doctor didn't inform me about the addictive nature of Xanax. Only in 2007, after much research, I found out that all my mental disorders are caused by a lack of nutrients. I started taking nutrient supplements. It worked, but unfortunately, I had to stick to Xanax for quite a while until I could find a way to quit it altogether. Though Xanax is useful in treating anxiety and panic disorder, unfortunately, it is a terrible and addictive drug. I urge you all to take nutrient supplements and try tapering on Xanax. It will work. God bless."

• Cor...
• July 8, 2014

"I take 0.25 mg three times a day for panic attacks. I wish I could say Xanax stops the panic attacks completely, but it only lessens the symptoms until I feel okay enough to calm myself down with breathing exercises. Other than that, Xanax is a miracle."

• Ste...
• May 26, 2013

"This is an absolutely wonderful medication. Xanax, along with 40 mg of Prozac, has given me my life back. No more insane panic attacks and no more not being able to sleep. Take no more than what the doctor says to take in one day."

• Lov...
• January 4, 2016

"I have been taking Xanax for about one month now, and my life has drastically changed. I get really bad hot flashes, and when I started taking this, I noticed immediate results. One huge tip I have is to eat really healthy, and also on days where you have time, take Xanax and go work out hard. Run on the treadmill, lift weights, or swim. With all these things incorporated into my life, I am much happier, have my social life back, and I am able to show my natural talents without the fear of doom."

• Dia...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• March 25, 2019

"I call it Xanax, it has been the med that has helped me to not suicide. I have severe panic attacks. I cannot be around people. I never could go to my family gatherings because I would be shaking and never could go out and enjoy dinner or lunch at a restaurant with my children. I stuttered and could not talk, I had racing horrible thoughts and could not sleep. But Xanax has helped my panic disorder so much. It does work for me, it’s a miracle pill."

• Lov...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 7, 2017

"Xanax literally saved my life. A year ago, I was having probably four panic attacks a day. I couldn't go anywhere without freaking out and thinking I was going to die. I was so scared because it didn't feel like a typical panic attack, like I was falling or something. I got Xanax .25, and I was able to completely diminish my attacks. No therapists or anything else worked for me like Xanax has. I personally didn't find it addictive because I was in such a terrible state. I don't take it very often now, but I don't know where I would be without it."

• JD9...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• October 5, 2023

"Like most people, Xanax saved my life. My panic attacks turned into agoraphobia and left me housebound. I've been taking it for 30 years. It stopped working, I guess, because my system just got used to it. I'm on Clonazepam twice a day, and believe me, it's NO replacement for Xanax. I just hope Xanax will work for me again."

• Sal...
• March 21, 2024

"I've been taking Xanax for panic disorder for approximately 27 years. It's the only medication that works for me. I've tried SSRIs to no avail. And I can't take tricyclic antidepressants due to also having a heart arrhythmia. I'm not convinced they would work for this condition anyway. A longer-acting benzodiazepine wouldn't be sufficient either because we who have panic disorder need something fast. Panic attacks are a living hell. There are over-the-counter meds like Benadryl and Meclizine that help some with prevention, but if and when the attacks come, Xanax is the only medication that works. I have never abused this medication, and I hope to God it is never taken off the market. It works."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 25, 2018

"I have been on Xanax for 19 years. I take 1 mg five times a day with no problems. They have been a great medication in my life. I suffer from anxiety, bipolar type 2, OCD, PTSD, and major depression, so life is not easy, and this med helps me get up in the morning, shower, eat, dress, and get my kids off to school. But everyone is right, this drug is very dangerous if you abuse it. This drug is not for everyone."

• Mik...
• March 19, 2008

"Completely helps with panic disorder, PTSD, and GAD. I have all three, and Xanax provides immediate results to help calm me down. This is the only medication that works for my condition, and I recommend this to those who need help fast."

• FlP...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 10, 2016

"I have had panic attacks and anxiety since my teens (approx. 30 years now). When I was younger, the doctor prescribed .25 mg Xanax, and it did nothing for me as a teenager. I didn't take more than a few dosages. Over the years, the panic attacks have become more severe and interfere with my health and life. I decided to introduce Xanax back into my life. I have been taking it as needed for 1.5 years. It is not needed every day. Sometimes I take .50 mg. Sometimes I might need 1 mg for the entire day. It has saved my life. I am currently working on biofeedback and CBT to better manage the ups and downs. I tried two SSRIs, and let's just say they made things a lot worse. Prozac was awful. Xanax works with the right doctor and therapy. You are not alone."

• MeS...
• January 25, 2015

"Xanax works almost immediately when I'm having a panic attack. I have tried a lot of different 'newer' antidepressants, and they always have weird side effects. Then the doctor says to keep taking them for weeks to work."

• Anonymous
• January 3, 2012

"I have had a lot of bad things happen in my life, and sometimes I wondered why. I felt like I didn't want to live in this world full of evil, hate, and violence. Xanax has helped me for over 18 years to calm me and let me understand that no matter what happens, I will be okay."

• Sop...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 24, 2024

"I’ve had maybe 5 side effects in the 20+ years that I've taken it for my PTSD/GAD. - Sleepiness, forgetfulness, memory issues, increased hunger, talkative. ~Nothing else. Now the downside is- addiction. I've actually had to learn how to use this medicine through incredible self-discipline. You will build tolerance to this drug within 2 weeks and require a tapering wean down to get off. If you take it long term, you have to taper every 2 weeks to keep your tolerance down. Withdrawals are harsh so that's where the discipline comes into play. Now if you can take it only “as needed” during a panic attack and not need it daily- perfect! That's how I recommend this medication. But to those who suffer 24/7 with acute attacks, you must follow the taper system or you will be in a world of addiction issues. But nothing will stop a panic attack in its tracks faster than Xanax."

• ont...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 26, 2015

"I was diagnosed with 'Bilateral Sensorineural Conductive Hearing Loss,' severe nerve damage from the ear to the brain. It caused me severe panic disorder with agoraphobia and major depressive disorder. My brain is sending me mixed signals. We are still working on finding out why, or if, this nerve causes these disorders, they started at the same time I started getting these blaring foghorn sounds in my ears 24/7. I took my 0.5 mg Xanax about 10 days ago and OMG... for the first time in 3 years, I slept, had no attacks, which I had up to 6 times a day, no depression, little to no mixed brain signals, no suicidal thoughts, I'm starting to get functional, no crazy thoughts, I even went out of the house and socialized again! :) I still need to be diagnosed, though."

• Mr ...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 10, 2019

"I started taking Xanax 19 years ago after experiencing my first panic attack. The first 8 or 9 years I took 0.25 mgs up to 3 times per day for anxiety and the occasional panic attack. Then my dose was increased to 0.50 mgs up to 3x daily. This medication keeps me on an even keel and stops the occasional panic attack in its tracks within 30 minutes. My doctor periodically reviews my need vs. addictive tendencies of this medication. I tell him it has been a lifesaver to me and don't plan on experiencing any withdrawal symptoms because at age 60, I plan on taking it for life. He has recently, however, reduced the frequency from 3 to 2 per day as needed."

• JG-...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 13, 2014

"I have been taking Xanax 1 mg twice daily as needed to help cope with my severe panic disorder and anxiety attacks, which have been impacting my sleep schedule drastically. Take the correct oral amount daily, and you will see positive results in no time! If you feel like you're having complications, contact your doctor immediately! Everyone's tolerances are different!"