"i like to think of this as headache medicine. take only when you have one. this medicine should be used in emergencies only. it is not for taking everyday. for that i recommend something that has a longer shelf-life-that takes longer to break down, like klonopin. because of xanax short wait time and short shelf-life, it can make you feel like an addict. if you forget a dose, in less than 4 hrs you can experience worse symptoms of anxiety because they come without warning or provocation. instant panic attacks, inability to think or work, etc. however, as a panic attack reducer or for the instant release of an intense anxiety-related event, i do highly recommend it."