"i am 34/female with marked panic attacks. i have health /doctor office anxiety. i have to say vistaril has done wonders for me. it seemed to take a few weeks before i could really feel it&#039;s effects though. i have to keep a small amount in my system before it helps with a panic attack. i can take 1-2 25 mg pills 3 x a day as needed for anxiety. i usually take 1/2 of a 25 mg pill twice a day. when i feel an attack starting, i take another 1 to 1 1/2 pills. it stops the attack quickly. i feel like i&#039;ve got my life back some, &amp; it feels like a safety blanket. it does dry my mouth out though &amp; i only recommend it for marked anxiety. i do not have any depression."