I'll assume this is a legitimate question, since my doctor recommended I crush Ativan if I need the effect sooner (it can take 60-90 minute to kick in fully if swallowed whole). You don't want to crush any extended release medication, defeats the purpose and I imagine could set you up for an overdose, although I'm not sure about that. If you feel you need an effect sooner, ask your pdoc about it -- maybe she or he can give you a supply of regular low-dose Xanax or something else.