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i cannot understand all of the hype anout this medicine,i've used it since 1974 for shell shock i recived in the army.Now same doseage,my new doctors say it is habit forming and refuse to keep me on it,is it that the drug company wants more money? or some college student figured out a way to write a paper to get extra credit?it does not control me,i do not absue it and it works for me,i believe it...

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
12/2/2007
Condition: Other
Overall rating 4.0
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smokie | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
12/1/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 4.7
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Highly recommended for anxiety disorder, especially in social settings. Works fast, has a very mild sedative effect in small dose (compared to Diazepam) and is fast relief from muscle or neurological spasms associated with multiple sclerosis. Only problem is it can be very easy to become dependent and it was hard to find a doctor to help taper off. In addition, missing a dose or stopping the medication after prolonged use can cause severe insomnia and anxiety worse than before being prescribed. Use with caution.Read More Read Less

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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
11/29/2007
Condition: Panic Disorder
Overall rating 5.0
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I have panic attacks and anxiety this medication hepls me but I would like to stop taking it I have been using it for over 2 years .1mg twice a day now i feel as if i am addicted.

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Rudy | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
11/28/2007
Condition: Chronic Trouble Sleeping
Overall rating 2.7
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Anonymous | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
11/19/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 5.0
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lisa85066 | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
11/16/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 5.0
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
11/15/2007
Condition: Panic Disorder
Overall rating 3.0
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on this 6 years .05 mgs 3x day. still have cognitive problem from this standard dose. trouble reading and lack of "gut" feelings. don't believe physician (G.P.) understood the rationale and what should have been short term (2 weeks) to quell PANIC DISORDER

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rick | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
11/14/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 3.0
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Anonymous | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
11/10/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 4.7
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I take it before dental and medical appointments and on rare occasions when I have panic attacks or anxiety that isn't relieved with my usual coping skills (journaling, deep breathing, meditation, etc). It helps within a few minutes and makes a huge difference and it has made my life so much easier knowing I have it with me so I can relax instead of panic and get sick.

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mopardreams | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
11/5/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 3.7
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Diana | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
10/31/2007
Condition: Chronic Trouble Sleeping
Overall rating 5.0
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I've been taking half a milligram two or three times a week for the past five years.

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lillybee | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
10/30/2007
Condition: Anxiousness associated with Depression
Overall rating 5.0
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helped panic attacks, depression, also a sleep aid. .5 mg at bedtime has finally relieved insommia. along with anti-depressants i finally have a life

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Jeff | 25-34 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
10/22/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 5.0
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I have anxiety and panic disorders I am currently also taking Effexor and Alprazolam as needed. At the most and during my worst panic or anxiety attacks 1mg is all I need to get through it. Taking Alprazolam makes me the closest to normal.

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Anonymous |
10/16/2007
Condition: Anxiousness associated with Depression
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In conjunction with Lexapro I've found Xanax to be incredibly helpful for me to function and interact with people throughout the day

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crafts95 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/14/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 5.0
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This medication has been very helpful for me. It helps me stop the panic. It helps my muscles. I no longer have to go the chiropractor. It eases muscle tension. And it helps me when I take long trips. Because I can now travel better since being on the medication.

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rikstar | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/2/2007
Condition: Panic Disorder
Overall rating 3.0
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how much of a dose for pantic or generized disorder anxiety

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Anonymous | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years |
10/1/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 4.0
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just refilled and its oval blue ?

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panicMan | 19-24 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/25/2007
Condition: Panic Disorder
Overall rating 5.0
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i was prescribed xanax 0.5 mg 1 tablet twice a day for my panic disorder. i would generaly have at least three panic attacks in a week and one to two minor ones daily. when i first felt one comming i used the medication and in 10-15 mins the attack had passed. i was so surprised how well it really worked. for people suffering from this awful disorder please discuss treatment with your doctor i did and now im back on track to lead a wonderful and unfearfull life

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Anonymous | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
9/25/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 5.0
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Sam | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
9/22/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 4.0
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This medications is great. My only issue is it makes me sleepy so I can only take it at night. Otherwise, it works superbly to calm my anxiety and fear.

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