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A member asked:

Could viibryd (vilazodone hydrochloride) potentially help ocd...and is it the strongest ssri ti hit serotonin receptors because of its dual action?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Choices, choices: The options could really drive anyone mad - not to mention an ocd sufferer. Some like it, some don't. Here's an opinion. You can find a wide range - just as you can for the other meds. What fits you is what matters. A link: http://chipur.Com/2011/03/01/viibryd-a-new-antidepressant-but-anything-exciting/ best!

Answered 12/3/2013

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Been reading that viibryd (vilazodone hydrochloride) most resembles the ssri Paxil plus buspar...Is this correct?

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Need to switch from Viibryd (vilazodone hydrochloride) to another SSRI or SNRI b/c of cost. Yet to talk to my Dr. Do I need to completely be off the Viibryd (vilazodone hydrochloride) or can I crosstaper.

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Is brintellix the same as taking Buspar plus an ssri? I want to stay away from Buspar if possible. Same question regarding viibryd (vilazodone hydrochloride).

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Every snri/ssri I tried for severe GAD jas had bad side effects. I need something. Is brintellix or viibryd (vilazodone hydrochloride) good? Are they well tolerated?

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Why has viibryd (vilazodone hydrochloride) been a financial failure when all ssri type drugs are blockbusters?

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