Kitty, if you are finding your self taking more of the Xanax during the day, you need to discuss this with your doctor. There are safer alternatives that may help you sleep. If you have a good working relationship with your doctor, you might mention this to him. He should be able to help you to go off the Xanax and possibly still be able to help you with your sleeping. Do not be afraid to discuss this with him or afraid to go off of them under your doctors supervision.