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Viibryd User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

Viibryd has an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from a total of 814 reviews on Drugs.com. 46% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 35% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Viibryd

  • AnnieOK
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • May 24, 2019

For Major Depressive Disorder "Over the past 5 years everyday was a struggle, I would wake up hoping everyday would be my last. I cannot even remember all of the antidepressants prescribed. Like almost all of the reviews, I too had diarrhea for about a week on Viibryd. However, I was coming out of my "dark place" and continued taking as prescribed. I was given a starter pack that started with 10 mg for approximately 10 days then increased to 20 mg per day then 40 mg per day. After approximately 10 days the diarrhea went away. Yes, I was feeling much better, out of the "dark place" and into a "grey world." My doctor then added Bupropion 150 mg per day. After 3 weeks of this combination I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Getting out of bed is no longer dreadful, I am motivated to actually get out of bed and the house. Because of the severity of my depression, I would be willing to endure almost any side effect(s). Thankfully the only side effect I am currently experiencing is a desire to live."

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  • Cert...
  • August 30, 2011

For Depression "Whatever it takes get on Viibryd today. Talk your doctor into a diagnosis that meets the general indication for this medicine and watch all your symptoms (real, imagined, and subtly feigned) of depression, anxiety, and many other axis 1 psychiatric disorders disappear like magic. Viibryd is totally awesome."

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  • Anonymous
  • November 30, 2011

For Depression "I have used every antidepressant on the market over the past 15 years, as well as having ECT treatments, for major depressive disorder, persistent anxiety disorder, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I don't want to jinx myself, but after the first day of taking this, I could actually tell a difference. I am just completing my first week of 10 milligrams per day, and I have already cut my Xanax dosage from 6 milligrams per day, down to 2 milligrams per day. I have not felt this good in years! And I have had ZERO side effects. I think the miracle I've all been waiting for is here!"

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  • Ryans
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • August 15, 2013

For Depression "What's dangerous about reading reviews online is that people are much more inclined to go online and scream about an medicine when it doesn't work for them while those who it works for blissfully embrace its effects and don't feel the need to go online and write a glowing review. For the past 8 months I've increasingly found myself experiencing the latter and I have to say that Viibryd has changed my life. I had tried numerous other SSRI's that all left me feeling like a zombie. I had wanted to go on one that had less chance of sexual side effects so before this I tried Luvox was awful. Viibryd has nearly eliminated my social and general anxiety with positive sexual side effects. I highly recommend it to anyone."

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  • weste...
  • August 10, 2014

For Depression "I have been taking Viibryd for 25 days and I love it. I can tell a big difference in my overall attitude. This medicine makes you feel back to "normal" (the happy state before feeling overwhelmed with depression). I am a lot more motivated than I have been in the past and I have lost a little over 10 pounds. I am taking a 40 mg pill each day. I highly recommend this medicine to anyone. Obviously, talk to your doctor first. I hope this helps. Remember everyone is different, it may take a few medications before you find the right one. I hope this helps!"

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  • squid...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • January 11, 2015

For Depression "I have fought depression all my life-60 years. I have tried pretty much every medicine available. My care provider put me on 40 mg Viibryd and 100 mg Lamotrigine. After about 6 weeks I woke up and could face the day. I have the desire to live and no longer have to try to pull myself out of a deep pit every day. "

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  • Anonymous
  • September 20, 2011

For Depression "I've been taking Viibryd for 3 weeks now, up to 40 mg, switched from Zoloft. I find that I have to take it at night to avoid being drowsy during the day, but everyday around 7:00 p.m, I start getting what feels like little electric shocks throughout my body. "

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  • Workout...
  • September 30, 2014

For Depression "I've been on Viibryd for 4 days for Generalized Anxiety, Mild Depression (Dysthymia). Can tell a difference already. LOVE it! Best SSRI for my body so far. Tried Lexapro, but had gastrointestinal issues. Paxil was better than Lexapro, but not 'the one' Only tried 1 dose of Cymbalta, and felt like I had the flu for 4 days (and I rarely get sick). So far, so good with this. NO side effects, but on the lowest dose (10 mg). My Dr said this is a fairly new medicine, and it seems to be getting good reviews from many people. Clearly not all things work for all people, but my experience has been good!"

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  • Phosf...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • February 19, 2014

For Depression "I was one if the unlucky ones, and experienced a ton of negative side effects from Viibriyd: sleep paralysis, falls, insomnia, increased anxiety/panic, loss of concentration, a carnival of digestive effects, dizziness, loss of appetite, forgetfulness, etc. Each increase in dosage made the side effects worse. If I'd had a fraction of my usual judgment I would have asked to be taken off of it after the first week. I'm currently tapering off, and for me, the withdrawal symptoms are totally preferable to the side effects. Viibryd is great for a lot of people, and that's awesome. If it is making you feel worse than when you started, stay in close contact with your doctor and do not hesitate to question whether you should stay on it."

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  • CANT...
  • September 10, 2011

For Depression "I have battled depression with this for 30 years. Taken every medicine on market. I take this medicine with Xanax. Yes, I have diarrhea BUT I'VE ONLY TAKEN 1 TABLET AND I FEEL BETTER ALREADY. PLEASE KEEP WORKING. I CAN NOT BELIEVE IT JUST AFTER 1 PILL."

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  • Anonymous
  • September 29, 2011

For Depression "I've taken Zoloft. Made me feel spacy and disconnected. Took Celexa and it pooped out on me and made me extremely drowsy and fatigued no matter what time of day I took it. Added Wellbutrin to combat the energy and motivational issues. Turned me into a bipolar irritable basket case. Stopped taking Wellbutrin after 3 weeks and titrating off the Celexa and starting Viibryd. It may be expensive. On day 2 the sexual dysfunction I experienced with all 3 other medicines had disappeared. Dare I say it my libido was through the roof. Borderline nymphomaniac. And I have yet to feel the drowsiness that people are speaking of. Granted it's now day 4 and I'm already taking it at night."

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  • Anonymous
  • September 6, 2011

For Depression "I felt better right away on 10 mg. My problems were not overwhelming me anymore. I stopped obsessing. However, side effect was not being able to fall asleep or stay asleep. I am now up to the 20 mg dose. Still doing alright. Doctor prescribed Ambien. When I skip a day of Viibryd anxiety and agitation comes back. I am in a bad marriage and am contemplating divorce after 43 years. No wonder that I have anxiety and felt like I was falling apart."

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  • Amy
  • February 11, 2020

For Major Depressive Disorder "I’ve been on multiple meds over 20 years for depression that would work well , then eventually stopped helping. This medication has resolved my depression and anxiety. I had loose stools at first but it eventually stopped. No other side effects. I’m sorry to hear all of the side effects people are having. Each person has very individual responses to all meds and you won’t know until you try them . In the past, with different meds, I found if I waited a month, most side effects resolved . It’s been a life saver for me !"

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  • Sue
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • February 3, 2019

For Major Depressive Disorder "After 20 years of depression, numerous hospitalizations, and several antidepressants, I was finally given Viibryd. I have never felt so good in my life. This medicine has worked miracles for me. My family can’t believe how well I’m doing. My kids are literally in shock. For many years, I struggled with racing thoughts and anxiety. Now, I’m able to live a normal life. Between this medicine and many prayers, I am now living a normal, productive life."

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  • Femal...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • October 23, 2014

For Depression "I have been on viibryd for two weeks now (20 mg) for generalized anxiety and moderate depression and I feel exceptionally better. I tapered off lexapro about 2 years ago and was off anti depressants for the last couple of years. It was an emotional roller coaster every single day until I got on viibryd. I experience some symptoms like dizziness and nausea/diarrhea so I take it at night right before I go to sleep. I am a student athlete in college with an extremely busy schedule and this medicine has helped keep me motivated. The feelings of hopelessness and emptiness are almost completely gone and I feel like I can get through everyday without the constant negative thoughts I was having."

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  • Sarah
  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • October 17, 2016

For Major Depressive Disorder "I have taken 20 mg of Viibryd for 4 years and it has been the single best antidepressant I have ever taken. I have taken Zoloft, Prozac, Lexapro, Cymbalta, Wellbutrin and Effexor. All of them caused major weight gain (especially Zoloft) & none of them continued to work after about 12-18 months. Viibryd saved my marriage; I am able to easily achieve orgasm. While the other medicines made me numb and interfered with my sleep, Viibryd has allowed me to feel, but also to cope. I am only writing this today because I may need to finally go up to 40 mg. But it worked like a charm for 4 years, even through incredibly intense, life changing stressful events. This drug has been a life saver for me."

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  • Calif...
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • February 11, 2015

For Depression "I had underlying anxiety - constantly wanting to hide in bed - random crying - high intensity job - mind wouldn't shut off. Told doctor - she said this had helped many clients - by my 2nd day on 1/4 of the largest pill size - I felt at ease and pretty carefree. My life is 75% easier to take and I'm able to get through life with a smile. Very happy. "

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  • The...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • June 3, 2014

For Major Depressive Disorder "I have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I have seen and dealt with the worst things human can do to one another. I've been on this medicine for weeks and I'm finally seeing the light. This medicine thus far has saved my career so I can save others."

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  • gladys
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • July 12, 2014

For Major Depressive Disorder "I just want to say that after taking a lot of other anti-depressant meds, this is THE ONE! Besides only having 1 side-effect (diarrhea), that went away after 2 wks, it's really changed my life!!! i recommend this to anyone who has tried other meds that have not worked"

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  • Bob_FL
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • June 1, 2021

For Major Depressive Disorder "Have been on SSRI's since 1992. Then switched to SNRI Pristiq for 7 years, but it "pooped out." Tried Trintellix, Cymbalta for 6 months and was always falling asleep at my desk and absolutely knocked-out all libido. Did a cross-switch to Viibryd which is the best med so far. It's an SSRI, but it uses a different pathway, and I feel like myself again. Since there's no generic, it is expensive, but worth every penny. Libido is back! No more ED or need for Viagra at 65 years old. That certainly helps to feel "whole" again. Did the cross-switch from Cymbalta to Viibryd and it wasn't very difficult by slowly decreasing Cymbalta and gradually increasing Viibryd. Went from 10-20-30 with no problem. Just started 40mg which is recommended dose. Also, 25mg of Staterra was added for concentration (ADHD). Feeling great - results excellent."

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  • RajTh...
  • February 14, 2014

For Depression "I'm a 70 year old male, in excellent physical shape, and retired. Problem is a depression and bipolar-2 condition, both of which have haunted me pretty much my entire life. In 1994, my depression became just unbearable, and I started on Prozac...it worked for a while...then it didn't...then we tried something else...then something else...you get the drift. My doctor and I decided to try Viibryd; this is day 10 and I'm taking 10 mg in the morning. This medicine is life changing. Best news is I don't feel any sexual side-effects--actually, my sex-drive seems somewhat on the increase. Who's complaining about that?"

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  • Anonymous
  • September 18, 2011

For Depression "About 3 weeks now, I feel a little better, but I almost feel like I'm on speed. It increased my anxiety and heart beat so much, I could not be comfortable. And I couldn't sleep that well. Not working for me!"

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  • stine...
  • July 23, 2014

For Major Depressive Disorder "I have taken many antidepressants as an adult and since I have been on this one I have not been depressed. We all know what it feels like to not go on. I have no side effects. I feel healthy and normal. I wake up every day no matter what struggles and I have not felt "down," like depressing down in over a year. I love it. I also take Klonopin for my anxiety on the side. I don't need as much though. Viibryd works wonders!"

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  • Livin...
  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • October 7, 2014

For Depression "I began taking Viibryd in October of 2011, at the age of 37. I've had problems with Dysthymia and nervousness my entire adult life, but I started having panic attacks, depression, and insomnia. Within a week after beginning the 20mg dose, I came out of my funk, was able to sleep soundly throughout the night, and panic attacks were nonexistent. I recently had a traumatic experience involving my daughter which forced me to take a more structured job in an extremely hostile work environment. The panic attacks returned and I felt like I was slowly losing my grip on reality. Three days ago, my doctor increased my dose to 40mg daily and I feel fantastic. No more panic attacks, and I have an overwhelming sense of calm -almost euphoric feeling."

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  • 123
  • September 5, 2018

For Depression "I take this for severe anxiety after a long trial and error process of different SSRIs (Celexa, Lexapro, Zoloft, etc) none of them seemed to work. My doc did some genetic testing and it came back with Viibryd as a match, started out on 5mg, 10mg, now on 20mg and I finally feel like myself again-very little anxiety, no depersonalization/derealization (DPDR), no more panic attacks. DPDR and panic attacks were my main symptom and I was suffering severely. $10 with coupon card. And I am forever thankful. This has changed my life. I’m a RN and now I am able to function and enjoy life once again. Please don’t be ashamed to take something your body may desperately need. There is so much research on anxiety and other mental illness. There is no need to suffer in silence. Please go get help if needed and never be ashamed."

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