Honestly I'd try it out, see how it goes because if it actually works it helps 2 out of the 3 problems.

side effects don't effect everyone. fingers crossed that it helps.

I swear it seems like most medicines have potential side effects worse than the thing they are treating.

Same as for many medications. For example, antidepressants have depressions as a side effect.

Even if you get some side effects, they typically go away once your body adjusts to the medication. Try taking them before bed, with food, it usually works for me. Good luck :)