Old thread, but I like Xanax better overall. I have more experience with Xanax than with Temazepam also however. Another thing to consider is if you take opiates or other downers like myself (I'm on MMT), Temazepam basically just knocks you out unless you get up and do something, then it can be calming and similar to Xanax. So really I guess it's hard to decide. I like different benzos for different situations. If I am having an actual panic attack - Klonopin (Clonazepam) works best for me. I get no high or buzz, but as soon as it kicks in the panic attack is over and I'm relaxed. For going out and partying or hanging out with friends I could see using Temazepam because I would be too busy than to fall asleep. Xanax is just more of an overall benzo for me. I can use it for panic attacks, and I can use it recreationally. However, tolerance rises extremely quickly, which leads to taking higher doses and mixing it with other drugs to chase that high, which leads to bad situations... so yeah.... just be careful.
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