How does his med work? Which transmitters? Is it like Lexapro, or Wellbutrin or Pristiq?
What is VIIBRYD? SSRI, SNRI ect... Or is it just Lexapro?
- Asked
- 6 Aug 2011 by sandyshell
- Updated
- 17 Oct 2011
- Topics
- lexapro, pristiq, wellbutrin, viibryd
Responses (3)
Hey sandyshell,
Viibryd, a very new antidepressant, is an SSRI. It works on the neurotransmitter serotonin. Of the other antidepresssants you mention, Viibryd would be most similar to Lexapro, another SSRI. It is not the same as Lexapro, just in the same category as it.
Best wishes,
Laurie

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