Viibryd is a new SSRI released with a claim of faster onset and fewer sexual side effects than others in this class. Sexual side effects are the bain of antidepressants and cause problems for the patient and ripple effects for their relationships and family stability. The hope for many years has been for a drug that works without this problem. Pristique and Wellbutrin have less.
On critical review it was found that this new drug was not in fact any faster in onset or definitively could show fewer sexual side effects. A real disappointment for patients and caregivers. Since it’s new, it’s pricey and not on most formularies. Back to the drawing board and lab…