"i have been taking this drug for about 4 years.  went in depression anxiety, and chronic insomnia.  i take 5 mg when i do take it and it works very well for me.  i have never experienced any of the horror stories that others have.  it immediately improved my mood, depression and anxiety as it finally allowed me to sleep.  i try not to take it more than 3 times a week to avoid dependency on it.  sometimes i go weeks without it, sometimes 2 weeks straight on it due to situational anxiety."