"my doc started me on alprazolam about a year ago for insomnia.-, but it was anxiety that kept me awake. 

i take one or two 0.5 pills and i am able to fall asleep more easily. i also take one pill during the day if i feel edgy. i recognize early onset symptoms because i had panic attacks (untreated) for over 40 yrs. i used alcohol for years until i realized the damage it did to my body. i used pain pills for awhile, stopped and then was prescribed alprazolam."