Viibryd - does this cause weight gain?

I was on Cymbalta for 6 months and gained about 5 lbs. I didn't feel that much better so my doc switched me to Viibryd. I was already displeased with the weight gain because I'm 5'5" and went from 123lbs to about 128lbs.
I went from 128lbs to 138lbs within this first month on Viibryd. Similar to the comments made by others - it's all through my waist and thighs. Nothing in either my diet or daily activity has changed... I cannot fit into many of my clothes now!

I'm a tiny 107 lbs, 5'3". I've been on viibryd for a little over 2 months and now I'm 117. That's a huge weight gain for me an if you can imagine, I can't fit into my size 0 pants anymore. I'm loving viibryd except for this side effect. It pretty much sucks! I'm a very healthy eater and work at a gym so I workout 5-6 days a week, and pretty hardcore too. So a 10 pound weight gain for me is pretty much a blow.

Viibryd Queen checking in here. I certainly did not need a drug that would cause weight gain. initially lost around 8 lbs during the first couple months on Viibryd.. I'd say after 9 mos my total weight loss is around 11 lbs. I'm puzzled by those who say they have experienced bizarre, nearly impossible weight gain with this drug. Except in cases of significant water retention, drugs don't simply CAUSE weight gain-but eating more or unhealthfully does. I'm with RonMan. I think there must be something else going on but... each individual is different.
Best Regards to all of you.
Frenchie

I've just finished the starting pack of Viibryd my MD gave me, and am now on a daily dose of 40mg a day. The upside? No sexual side-effects. Yippee! The downside? Weight gain. It's a huge, disappointing bummer. I've gained close to 30 pounds and am now wearing a snug size 14 in jeans (vs a size 10). I'm 5'8" and treadmill (uphill, sweat, pant, etc... ) regularly, so even if I'm eating more, I shouldn't have gained this much weight.

Yes, it did for me. I've gained 20 pounds within 6 months. It did control my depression but I can't afford the additional weight gain being a diabetic.

My doctor switched me from Cymbalta to Viibryd because of weight gain. I am on my 2nd month of this medication and I have gone from 225 to 246. My hunger and cravings have increased drastically. Im dropping down to the 20 mg like someone stated above and see if that helps... otherwise I will be stopping this all together. My depression started over weight gain and now seems to be worse as I cannot wear many of my clothes... I was a size XL and 14 in jeans and now my tops are 3x and I cannot fit into my jeans!! Grrr!!

I took Viibryd for 2 months and have gained alot of weight I always was 115 and now I'm 139! I'm so disgusted with myself... My stomach is thicker and I have never been this heavey eaven after having my two children... Plz if u are not wanting weight gain stay awayyyfrom this medicine!!! (Huge warning) I am so upset no jeans fit me anymore and it only started when I started this medicine.. I have been stopped for months and yet the weight still keeps adding! Beware!!

Yes I have been on Viibryd 40mg now for almost a year an while all my other issues have disappeared, I have gained a ton of weight, and I too have not changed any of my activities or diet.

I had been on Wellbutrin and Prozac for 11 years (Prozac first, then added the Wellbutrin) and found it very affective other than the sexual side effects. Decided with my doctor to try Viibryd to address those. Unfortunately, with no change in eating habits, I've gained 10 pounds in three months. I haven't seen any huge improvement with the sexual issues either :(

I have an appointment to try something else. Thinking about going back to the Wellbutrin and finding something to replace the Prozac ( or maybe try Wellbutin alone to see how that goes). Anyone feel successful with just Wellbutrin?

Yes on weight gain! My prescriber told me it does not make you gain weight but I have gained 35+ lbs in the few months that I have been on it! I am also craving sweets that I never crave but still eat pretty healthy. Yes, none of my clothes fit. I had to buy a new wardrobe. Exercise has done nothing. I am bloated constantly. Clearly the manufacturer lies! Also, I’m still depressed so this is a bad side affect as any. It appears to be a weight gain sugar pill.

As with most, if not all, psychotropic medications there is a risk of weight gain with Viibryd for a small number of people:
"Metabolic
Common (1% to 10% of users): Increased appetite, increased weight"
Metabolic changes include increased appetite and changes to fat storage mechanisms. Proper diet and exercise can help to minimize excessive weight gain but it's unavoidable in a minority of unlucky patients.
WC

I have been on a few different antidepressants in the last several years including Zoloft which I gained weight on. The past 8 to 9 months I have been on Prozac and gained 10-12 lbs. I have just switched to Viibryd because my doctor said it should not cause weight gain. I hope the doc is right. It is very frustrating to me that I need meds to keep from being depressed. They usually work well for me which I am thankful for but the weight gain is frustrating. It is like the meds make me crave food constantly.

This question as well as the responses are really concerning me. I just started taking Viibryd and I'm absolutely terrified of gaining more weight. Between Lexapro and Effexor, I gained 45 lbs in a year. My doctor told me that Viibryd actually promotes weight loss. I'm sure hoping she's right...