Viibryd Reviews (Page 17)
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Going to start it tomorrow. Anyone else taking it, and if so, how do you like it?

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Many people who have no history of bipolar disorder are finding themselves having manic highs and rage on Viibryd. I did. I did not recognize myself and had to stop. But at first it was nirvana. I felt just as I wanted to: creative, energetic, as if I had something wonderful to offer. Then I lost all patience and became a total shrew.

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Just wondering if there has been any diagnosis of bi-polar which used to be manic depressive diagnosis? When I hear about rage and anger issues, that might imply possible bi-polar which can arise at any stage of life. It is something to evaluate and consider for the right drugs. Google bi-polar and see the symptoms and compare, but only really a shrink figures these out. Sounds like a tough case and when people are not treated correctly for so long of a time it takes longer for cures to happen too. Best of luck on this.

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I don't think 10 mg is much theurapeutic value. People start at 10mg to get eased into the drug. Seems like your doctor ought to assess and figure out another route for you if Vii is not being tolerated that much.

My experience with SSRI for myself and many others is that they really kick in 2-3 months and many feel so much better beyond that, provided life issues are under control or other life stressors are stable. Vii in my case is working better today than ever after 6 months. But my life conditions are stable and not causing complications. Hope you find better results because something always works, including taking an adjunct second med to assist if necessary.

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Well its been 17 days on viibryd, I tried increasing to 20 but just felt like I was high, had some dizziness and headaches. Going to stay at 10mg till I see my doc on the 11th. I think I want to try Pristiq while i'm in limbo here, don't want to settle if something else will work better. BTW my mood is stable but no better than it was on Lexapro just not as lethargic.

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my hubby is on on day 7 of 40mg. I was no weird effects since the first week eith one day of shaky hands and nervousness. He says he is feeling like the world isnt so grey. Years on lexapro and prozac stopped helping. Night sweats are more than before but andropause could be part of that since it wasnt unusual before. He's 61. Tough year, as he started using again, when the anti depressants stopped working. So far he has made 30 days once but used after 1 week on Vii. Cold turkey off lexapro. Went out last night again so the addiction is fighting with him for control. It doesn't want to let go, but were hopeful with the Vii kicking in for normal brain function. Id appreciate some experiencef input.
My last husband should have been on ssri meds but finally got Tegretol. Thats the stuff for siezures used for
uncontrolleable anger outbursting.
Good stuff.
Also ladies, please make sure you get bio identical HRTs as the others are equine and cause cancers in too many women. BHRT good. HRT bad.

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My current hubby is in his first month on Vii so I've been reading all I can from postings. I lived 5 years with an uncontrollable rager. Scary. I feel for you. After a couple years I got him to a psychiatrist who prescribed an anti seizure med that is often cross prescribed for anger outbursts. No side effects, and can be used with ssri's. I'll look it up. Could change your life. It made a huge difference for him, though the damage to our marriage was by that time irreparable. Thanks for your posts.

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Hi everyone,

I've been on Vii for a few months now. And the side effects were horrible in the beginning. Dreams, brain shocks, twitching, stiff arms and legs, seeing stuff that wasn't there, bowel issues. But I continued the Vii. And now my body is use to it. I'm doing better and only have few sides effects every once in a while. But the dreams are still horrible. But only happens every once in a while. I do feel better. Sometimes gotta way the pros and cons. I hope this helps!!

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You are welcome. I have had many years of exposure to medicine and doctors but I am not one. Yet what I have learned has been very solid helpful in my own dealing with medical issues.
There is a legitamate website on sexual issues called Go Ask Alice. There might be some help there.
Also many studies have shown that many people men and women have heightened desire after sweat producing excersize gym workouts. Often the heavy excersize creates great energy and vitality and sensory response. Another well known sexual activator is get away from kids and do intimate activity at different locations or in discreet and private nature locations. The basic idea is that almost 98% odds that something will work and it takes time and effort to succeed with good results. So keep reading and talking to experts in human sexuality and the odds are you will obtain results.

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Wow joe you really know a lot and look up a lot of stuff....i had asked my doc that same question and she said the same thing that if its an arousal issue no pill will help that that the drugs men take are for men that hve the drive but just cant perform.....i was a bit disappointed in hearing that but she stated a lot of the same things that can cause the lack of drive....but what I didn't even think of a sex therapist....huh.....thank u so much joe for all your support, info and time i think im not the only person who feels you hve been a great help

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My shrink originally told me that in his experience with this Vii that it has the "least" amount of sexually related sided effects. I found that to be true.

I found this for you at the Mayo Clinic Website:

Why isn't there an equivalent of Viagra for women?

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from Jacqueline M. Thielen, M.D.

Given the success of drugs to treat erectile dysfunction, such as sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis) and vardenafil (Levitra), pharmaceutical companies have sought a comparable drug for women. Viagra has even been tried as a treatment for sexual dysfunction in women. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved this use of Viagra. Indeed, there are no FDA-approved medications for treating sexual arousal problems in women.

Female sexual response is complex. For most women, simply addressing difficulties with arousal may not get to the actual problem — which is often a lack of sexual desire. Many factors can influence a woman's sexual desire. For example:

Many women find that the stresses of daily life deplete their desire for sex.
Highs and lows in sexual desire may coincide with the beginning or end of a relationship or major life changes, such as pregnancy or menopause.
For some women, orgasm can be elusive — causing concerns or preoccupations that lead to a loss of interest in sex.
Desire is often connected to a woman's sense of intimacy with her partner, as well her past experiences. Over time, psychological troubles can contribute to biological problems and vice versa.
Some chronic conditions, such as diabetes or multiple sclerosis, can alter a woman's sexual-response cycle — causing changes in arousal or orgasmic response.
If you're experiencing changes or difficulties with sexual function, consult your doctor. In some cases, hormones, creams, clitoral-stimulating products or other treatments may be helpful. These products don't work for everyone, however. Your doctor may also recommend consulting a sex therapist.

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Nic- im sorry to hear that my doc and i have been talking my whiching because what I've been taking just isn't working anymore for me and the sex drive part of it is HUGE ... im 36 and my newly wedded husband is 27....this has over the years possed quite the problem....its obviously he loves me being he married me anywher but i really wanted that to change....if this changes for you or anyone else has some imput on the sex drive aspect please let me know......also Im praying that it helps provide me with some happiness and clearity of mind

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That is the first I have heard of that kind of side effect. That side effect would not normally be what SSRIs would do. Maybe there is something else going on. Your doctor ought to know about this and give you more advice. You may with Dr advice cut the pill to 5 and take that a couple of days and try 10s again. The10 is just for start and most doctors want to reach 20-40 as the norm eventual dosage.
Give more info if you can on your past rx usage and why you are being put on Vii. Vii is like two pills rolled into one. It is the best one I have been on and I am doing really well after 6 months at just 30 mg.

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Yes, I've taken Viibryd for two days and each time about 4 hours after taking it I became short of breath - like oxygen was not working and my breathing became rather rapid and lasted for about 1/2 hour. Yuck. I think I am not going to take anymore of it.

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Well i'm at day 10 on 10mg of viibryd, so far so good seems like I'm more clear headed and more alert, don't feel so bogged down like Lexapro made me feel. I actually can feel some human emotions now. Day 4 and 5 from switching from lex I noticed a nice increase in sex drive but now it seems to be returning to how it was :( has anyone experienced an increase and loss and hopefully another increase when starting viibryd?

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Good to know this. Stay active as much as possible and one trick I found good is to just do a lot of walking if there are ever any symptoms that are beyond usual. I will go out for 1/2 hr or longer walk and listen to something on the ipod, etc. Just good to get mind off of any junk troubles that are bothersome. Sometimes I will do 2-3 walks in a day/nite if need be. I am age 63 so that works good for me.

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Day 5 and so far my body seems to tolerate it well, I felt more side effects and just out of it when switched from celexa to lexapro which says a lot! Sexual function also starting to return! It's been a while :) Still have dizziness and headaches now and then nothing major. Sleeping ok with what i'd say is normal dreaming.

Will be interesting to see how I feel when fully adjusted. will keep everyone posted.

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Looks to me that you are starting off with some of the well known early initial side effects. Hope they are mild, as that is the case if they happen for most people. My doctor said at the beginning take 1/2 of the inital pill in the free starter pack for 3 days. So, I did that and I did not have side effects of this kind.
I have been on Vii for 6 months. The best SSRI I have ever been on. Pleased and happy with it. My struggle lately is to remember taking the pill, since, often I am feeling so normal that I am forgetting about it.

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Nic I hope it works for you too!!! Good Luck!! and Merry Christmas!!

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Starting day 4 of 10mg viibryd, had some diarrhea on day one and stomach ache/dizziness but some of that could be withdrawal from lexapro. Haven't experienced any severe reactions like some people are talking about i.e. crazy dreams and the like. Hoping this works!

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I get the same tics im on week 3 and also 27

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