I kept reading all over the internet about how Benadryl can help during a panic attack. Well lastnight I had some Xanax in my hand, I didn't want to use it because I don't have anymore refills. Well I took 2 just regular Benadryl and it REALLY did help. It does take a little longer to take effect, but it really did help. Once about an hour and a 1/2 passed it seemed as effective as if I WAS on Xanax. Well I just felt like sharing my story.