"this is the first time i have ever posted a review of anything online, but i feel an obligation to share my experience to other suffering with anxiety. i suffer from gad which included panic attacks, muscle aches, and a horrible temper.  i avoided this medication fearing weight gain (as i already gained 10 lbs over the year) and sexual dysfunction.  when i explained this to my doctor, he replied &quot;have you ever considered whether being anxious has caused you to eat more, drink more, and maybe have sex less often?&quot;. i have been on lexapro for 6 months now, and my only regret is not starting this treatment sooner. i have lost 15 lbs as i don&#039;t eat and drink as much anymore, and my love life has improved. anxiety sucks. you don&#039;t have to suffer!"