User Reviews for Viibryd

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: Like most of you I have been on almost every medication to date. They work a few months and stop so I gave up about 8 yrs ago and just dealt with it all. I told my doctor I needed something for depression and anxiety. He put me on Viibryd and I slowly built my way up to 40 mg which I%u2019m still on to date. This is the first medication that has ever worked for this long of a period for me. And as far as being depressed that is long gone. I have a lot of trouble sleeping and when you do miss a dose you can expect a super crazy dream that night. I%u2019m a very moody person and they have seemed to control my outbursts and keep me calm. As for sexual side effects I have not noticed an increase or decrease. Have put on at least 10 extra lbs from it also. I%u2019m very satisfied with the results and would give this medicine a 10 star rating.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: I haven't felt this normal in 30 years best antidepressant I have ever taken. No side effects been on for about month and half I love Viibyrd.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: This is my first attempt at a depression medication. I am a 42 year old male, married with 3 kids a full time job and run two businesses. My main issue is slight depression but more stress and agitation with kids along with some anxiety. It has been 6 days that I have been on 10mgs and I am very pleased (mostly). By day 2 I noticed I was not as easily agitated and less stressful, a wonderful thing! However there are 2 side effects that I am noticing, restless legs syndrome and insomnia. The two are enough that I did not take my pill this morning, hoping to get some sleep tonight.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: BEST ANTIDEPRESSANT EVER! I've tried many different antidepressants in the past. The only one I could ever tolerate was Pamelor. Although it made me mentally foggy and I put on a lot of weight, I used it for 19 years, but finally stopped taking it. Amazingly, I didn't fall into a depression for 4 years. Recently, however, I fell into a very deep depression after resigning from a job that I loved. Being 61, I knew I had no chance of finding employment. I finally sought the help of a physician who had me try Viibryd, as well as Valium for anxiety. After completing the trial pack, I had ZERO depression. The only side effect I had was a little stomach upset, which went away soon. TRY THIS MEDICATION for one month. You won't be sorry.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: I have had OCD and anxiety for 26 years, Prozac worked for about 7 yrs. Then pooped out, Zoloft was next. It lasted another 7 yrs then pooped out. Then came Lexapro and I only got 2 yrs out of it and then had my first major depressive episode. Lasted 9 mnths while Dr. was trying Effexor XR. It helped the depression, but not the OCD. Went to a new Dr. and was put on Viibryd starter pack and when I was up to 40 mgs. I had my life back. Recently, my doc upped the dosage to 60 mgs. because I was still obsessing about getting the depression back. Been on the 60 mg. dose for a few days and it actually made my OCD and anxiety worse, however, when I called the Dr., he said that is normal when switching dosages and will go away.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: 25 year old male. By far the best antidepressant I've been on. Initially I had a little trouble with insomnia but it went away after a couple weeks. I also had trouble finding the best time of day to take it. After trying both in the evening and morning I came to the conclusion that its best taken in the morning. Other than insomnia I have experience no other side effects. Additionally my libido has increased substantially, an added bonus. My father has also started Viibryd do to my positive experience. I would definitely recommend this medicine to others.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: First day was bad, loose stool second day the second week was fine and by the time I got to 40mg it was magic. I'll take it forever if I can feel normal like this. I was a little more tired than normal for the 20mg and first 40 mg week.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: I have been on Zoloft and Celexa, both just taking the edge off, for the last 7 yrs. I had been in a pretty deep depression for the last few months, so my PCP suggested Viibryd. She told me to take it in the morning with food for the nausea. I took the 10mg dose with half my daily Celexa dose for the first week. I felt a difference on day 1. The clutter cleared up, unreasonable emotions were easier to control, I actually felt happy. I have experienced mild gastrointestinal issues, evening sweets cravings and stomach bloat, none of which I realized were side effects until reading up here. I am now on my second week of 40mg/day doses, feeling great. I combat the restless leg (read: whole body) by dosing in the morning with food. I have very high hopes for this medicine.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: I developed Serotonin Syndrome. Diarrhea (to the point of leaking), drowsiness, increased body temp, very blurry vision, looked & felt drunk, bloating, weight gain, dry eyes, red bumps on face, feverish, felt like I was getting the flu, gas, heartburn, craved sweets, no concentration or focus, forgetful, clumsy, insomnia, etc. Four symptoms showed up during the first week on 10 mg, the rest showed up during the second week (20 mg). I've been on many anti-depressants over the past 17 years (Zoloft, Effexor, Lexapro & Wellbutrin XR worked the best) but they would all eventually lose their effect. The only other time I've ever felt this bad in relation to a medicine was when I was going OFF of Lexapro. Viibryd is a "no" for me!!

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: FOR ANXIETY - I've been on 30mg Celexa for years and am switching to Viibryd to try to get past the libido issues (i.e. lack thereof). I was pretty nervous after reading all the reviews of side effects. I started on 5mg (still on 30mg Celexa) with a bagel and cream cheese -- no side effects! It's weird to say this about an SSRI, but I almost immediately noticed a change in my anxiety. Like, within a day. I no longer am living "in the future," very much more "in the moment." It's kind of bizarre. So far so good! Only side effect so far: Foggy feeling the first day, but has improved since then.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: The 10mg didn't seem to help at all so after few days they let me up it to 20mg. I had a little trouble sleeping my legs would twitch and it made me feel really angry for few hours. I took Tylenol PM for a couple of days after upping it and it seemed to calm me down so I could sleep. Then I was fine until it was time to up it to the 40mg. I could not sleep at all, my whole body would twitch and I just felt out of it and like I was going to have a panic attack. Finally took a bath and it helped me relax enough to sleep for couple hours. It was very scary but after a couple of hours I felt fine. I am a little scared to take the second dose of the 40mg but I think I'm gonna try taking it in the morning. I feel great on the medicine. other wise..

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: Really wanted this to work and I stuck it out through the first month. However, this medicine caused my blood pressure to stay elevated. I also experienced worsening anxiety and did not sleep more than one or two hours at the time. By the end of the first month I felt like I was worse off than before as far as anxiety, blood pressure and sleeplessness. That's just my experience though.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: I had a bad experience with this. I felt dizzy, very anxious, and only slept 5-6 hours a night. I took for 2 weeks and today called my Dr. to share this. This medicine is not for me and made my depression/anxiety worse.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: I suffer from depression. I have been on Viibryd for 3 months. I take it at 6pm daily, and I'm on 40mg/day. I previously failed Celexa, Lexapro (allergic to Lexapro), and Wellbutrin. I love Viibryd- My moods are improved, I'm slower to react to angry situations, and I'm sleeping better. I'm noticing a nice boost in my libido. One small side effect I have is that I get what is called 'brain zaps'. It just feels like someone is shocking my head. Quick, kind of annoying, but tolerable. I get this sometimes right before I take my daily dose- like the medicine is 'wearing off'.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: It was pretty good overall. It did make me feel very lethargic, I was very content to sit on the couch and stare at the wall or watch mindless tv.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: This is the first antidepressant I've been on and so far so good. It worked rather quickly for my anxiety. It is working more slowly for my depression, but I still feel much better. I am currently on the 10 mg, maybe I'll go up to the 20 mg. I read previous reviews and have been eating lots of protein with it so the lower GI side effects have not been bad at all for me. Do actually follow the warning label and do not drink alcohol while on Viibryd. I had 3 glasses of wine last night and woke up depressed and mad at my fiance without much good reason. I had a similar experience last weekend with less alcohol and a bit less depressive/obsessive thinking but still not healthy feeling.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: I started on 10mg and I've been on it for one week now. It makes me feel a little slow so I cut it in half and take one half in morning and the other half at lunch. I'm going to keep this routine up for a little while and see how it works. So far I like Viibryd because it doesn't make me feel lethargic like Lexapro.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: Went to my PCP for an increase in Effexor as was not doing well at all. Have had several terrible things happen in the last year and was actually feeling "crazy" suicidal. Also found that I developed diabetes. My physician said there had been a lot of success with Viibryd and gave me samples. I have only been on the medication for 4 days at this time but can already tell such a difference in my life. I am sleeping better, a little drowsy in the morning but that was happening already. At the same time I started Metformin so the loose stools could be from either medication. I can live with those since I am doing so much better. In order to stop the Effexor, I am taking it every other day for one full week.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: I wish I could echo the positive reviews, but Viibryd is not working for me. I have been taking it for three weeks now, as I wanted to give it a fair chance. But it has increased my desire to escape all my troubles (thoughts of suicide). I do not feel better except for that I am less "snappy" with my kids and husband. My usually high sexual desires are completely gone & I don't want to be around anyone at all. I barely want to be around myself! I was taking Pristiq - which I absolutely loved - but it stopped being effective for me.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: I have been on Viibryd for around 6 months. I started on 10 mg moving to 20 then to 30 and I'm currently at 40 mg. I didn't realize the side effects I was having was from this medicine until I talked to a pharmacist and started reading reviews. I have gained 15 pounds with no change in eating habits and exercising 3 days a week. I have crazy dreams when I do sleep, I'm very moody irritable just can't stand to be around myself. I stopped taking it 4 days ago and my skin is itching off and I have no energy. I see the doctor Friday and hope to try Paxil since I've been on Lexapro, Pristiq, Cymbalta, Effexor and none of them have worked for my panic attacks and depression.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: Best medicine ever. I am BiPolar and weening off Cymbalta so the only down fall I have is the withdrawlish feeling from getting off the Cymbalta. No diarrhea, no nausea just about a 10 lb weight gain, but I feel great so the weight thing can be what it is I will be fat and feel better!

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: Superb...suffered major anxiety which turned to depression. Was in a terrible downward spiral...doctor put me on Viibryd, and it started to work after about 3 days. No side effects at all, other than some minor gastrointestinal issues at the beginning.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: My doctor just proscribed this medication a few days ago for major depressive and bipolar disorder, and I already feel better. I don't feel like I am about to explode. This medication is a blessing to me and my family. I can actually play with my kids again, which I've done everyday since being on Viibrid. I love it. I just wish it would help me sleep. I don't wont to jinx it but I haven't even had the bathroom problems everyone's talking about.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: Diarrhea only lasted a day. I was pleasantly surprised how fast Viibryd began working. I felt so much better not even five days into taking it, which NEVER happens with me! I thought I had finally found a medication that worked after six years. About two months into taking it I had gained about ten pounds, my vision had gotten worse, my sex drive had gone from being very very high to literally NOTHING (took three months after I stopped taking for it to return), and my depression and anxiety were back in full swing. It wasn't normal depression where everything is just boring and you're lethargic and what not, it was the angry, scary, unpredictable depression I've only experienced from bad reactions to other medication in the past.

Viibryd (vilazodone) for Depression: I started taking Viibryd approximately three months ago. It started out rough, lots of side effects, terrible nightmares every night, electric shocks, visual disturbances, nausea and diarrhea, among others. I continued with the medicine because I have been on well over 15-20 others over the years. To my surprise after the symptoms alleviated I felt much better, a lot less depressed and generally less hopeless. This lasted only about a month and a half, my body has become tolerant to the medication like every other and now I am in a deeper depression than usual, so I am going back to Wellbutrin.