I have had a Xanax prescription for 20 years. Sometimes I take it to sleep. Definitely when I fly and if I’m sleeping in a hotel it’s a must. I have not been taking it when I get the Evenity injections because that has become routine.
I think some doctor in my past first prescribed Xanax for panic attacks. That is not a good use of Xanax for me because the panic attack is over by the time the medication kicks in.
The dosage is low - .25mg. For that reason, I believe some of the effect is psychological.
Sometimes I don’t take a Xanax for weeks.
One .25mg Xanax takes the edge off for me, but I am totally capable to work, drive, babysit, etc. I have also taken it before public speaking and found it helpful.
I believe that the opioid crisis created a panic regarding Xanax, too. Recent research indicates that 1% of the population becomes dependent on Xanax. Addicted and dependent are not the same thing.
I see this with my clients often. A low dose of Xanax or the equivalent would help them immensely, but they are terrified to try it.
Sorry for the longish post on an unrelated topic.