"i have suffered from anxiety for years and tried to combat it without medicines.  i finally gave in and went to the doctor and was given xanax.  this medicine has tremendously helped my anxiety. i take 0.50 mg as needed (about once a week). it begins working within 10 minutes and doesn&#039;t wear-off until 4-5 hours later, which is perfect for me.  it can make me a little drowsy, but not to the point where i feel like i&#039;m going to fall asleep while i&#039;m in public.  i have never been addicted to this medicine, as i&#039;ve been very careful to only take it when i really need it."