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Posted 8/12/2016 9:13 PM (GMT 0)
Hello,

I'm new to this forum and was just wondering. I read in the link below that "severe, persistent insomnia" was a common side-effect of Xanax. I was prescribed 0.25mg but now I'm reluctant to start because I already have sleep issues and don't need any more. I was hoping it would help me get back to sleep when I wake up at night. I have prostate issues and usually make 3-4 nightly trips to the bathroom. Has anyone experienced insomnia while on Xanax or its generic?

www.alprazolam.org/side-effects.html
Posted 8/12/2016 10:49 PM (GMT 0)
Hello OTF,

You are wise to check out all possibilities in regards to starting a new med!

However, with ANY Rx or even OTC medication...there are going to be issues that, while can happen, are not common or expected.

What you and the article are referring to, I believe...is a rebound effect. That is to say, once the medication wears off...the symptoms recur more noticeably.

However, I have not heard this to be an issue with our members. Most people are happy with their benzo performance...

...and if taken carefully, is a great tool for anxiety management. (short term)

Wishing you the best...keep us posted, so we can keep you in support!

S.C.
Posted 8/13/2016 5:15 AM (GMT 0)
Sir:I took xanax for over 10 years for PTSD it was the only thing that would shut down panic and it always
helped me get a decent nights sleep, it also allowed me to work and provide the things my family needed
over time i learned that i could some days go without it just knowing i had the means to shut down a panic
attack but i always took it when i went to bed, i would read for a while and next thing i knew i was asleep
I also took bata prostrate and was able to sleep 6-8 hours without getting up, Peace

Larry ***
Posted 8/13/2016 8:36 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

You should be fine I have not heard that xanax can cause insomnia I thought it would be the opposite and aid sleep.

Hibee
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