"23/f i was diagnosed with gad a few months ago and started on generic lexapro, first 5mg/day then up to 10mg/day. it took a few weeks to take effect, but it was incredible at counteracting the anxiety. my self-confidence increased and panic attacks went away completely. the reason i give it a 6/10 and the reason i came off it, however, is because of the sexual side effects. it took away my ability to orgasm, which was extremely frustrating for me. i&#039;m working with my doctor to find a different med to treat my anxiety without the sexual side effects of ssris."