"i was originally just on the regular xanax for year&#039;s and at first it helped and then it wore off and wasn&#039;t affective. my doctor searched and searched for another medication that would be very effective especially because  i have &quot;lupus&quot; and have been having severe anxiety and depression i really had to be on something before i stressed my &quot;lupus&quot; to flair up! so xanax xr was recommended , and omg this xr is so amazing and very effective.  i absolutely love it! it helped with anxiety, depression and sleep! i t works wonders and i totally recommend it to anyone."