"been taking these meds for 2 weeks now. i was diagnosed with mild aspergers syndrome as a very small child and have had problems with anxiety &amp; my overall mental health for most of my life. just recently, i started to have panic attacks (scariest thing ever, i thought i was dying). so while i&#039;m waiting to see a shrink, my gp prescribed me an antideppressant. it has significantly decreased my anxiety &amp; sadness. it is also excellent as a pain-killer (i have ankylosing spondylitis/arthritis too). worked far better then any nsaid i have taken. side effects are harsh though. i felt tipsy &amp; nauseous the first time i took it. diarrhea. nightmares. severe restlessness. racing thoughts. high sex drive that negatively interferes with day to day life."