"so far, so good. i was prescribed 25mg 2x a day and was so relieved to have something to tame my anxiety before a flight with my two toddlers. i take 40mg paxil, but am taking this for more intense anxiety flare ups. it made me tired the first day, but now i&#039;m doing great and finally able to enjoy my kids and my life! i&#039;ve taken benzos for years, but i&#039;m not a fan due to tolerance and withdrawal symptoms. the only downside of hydroxyzine so far is this odd anxiety when falling asleep. i will wake myself up due to not feeling myself breathe. this can go on for an hour +. i&#039;m hoping that will fade off and i can just enjoy the benefits of this medication."