"i have to say i&#039;ve this medicine a 7 out of 10 because it has brought me out of both some wicked manias and depressive episodes. the sedation is a love-hate relationship with me- it&#039;s nice for my anxiety, but is also a nuisance. i must take this medicine 12 hours before i need to wake up, or i have trouble waking up. i feel it does interfere with my creative and intellectual abilities a tad bit. overall, however, it&#039;s good med."