Too scared to take my medication.

I went to the doctors on monday and was prescribed some antidepressants, to help with my anxiety and mood swings.

But i am scared of taking them as the side effects are more scary than the actual symptoms are. I know that it's only for a few weeks,until they get into my system, but those few weeks can be a long time when you feel worse than you ever have done.

I think i need a second opinion and to talk to someone about my worries.