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HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
These highlights do not include all the information needed to use
• Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other VIIBRYD safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for
serotonergic agents (e.g., SSRI, SNRI, triptans), but also when taken alone. VIIBRYD.
If it occurs, discontinue VIIBRYD and initiate supportive treatment (5.2) • Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti- VIIBRYD (vilazodone hydrochloride) tablets, for oral use
inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other Initial U.S. Approval: 2011
anticoagulants may increase this risk (5.3) • Activation of Mania/Hypomania: Screen patients for bipolar disorder (5.4). WARNING: SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIORS
• Seizures: Can occur with treatment. Use with caution in patients with a See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning.
seizure disorder (5.6). • Angle Closure Glaucoma: Avoid use of antidepressants, including • Antidepressants increase the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in
VIIBRYD, in patients with untreated anatomically narrow angles. (5.7) patients aged 24 years and younger (5.1).
Monitor for clinical worsening and emergence of suicidal thoughts and
behaviors (5.1).
Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 5% and at least twice the rate of • Safety and effectiveness of VIIBRYD have not been established in
placebo): diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and insomnia (6). pediatric patients (8.4).
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Allergan at 1-
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
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VIIBRYD is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) • CYP3A4 Inhibitors: The VIIBRYD dose should not exceed 20 mg once DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
daily when co-administered with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (2.4, 7). • Recommended target dosage: 20 mg to 40 mg once daily with food (2.1, • CYP3A4 Inducers: Consider increasing VIIBRYD dosage by 2-fold, up to 80 mg once-daily over 1 to 2 weeks when used concomitantly with strong • To titrate: start with initial dosage of 10 mg once daily for 7 days, followed CYP3A4 inducers for greater than 14 days (2.4, 7). by 20 mg once daily. The dose may be increased up to 40 mg once daily after a minimum of 7 days between dosage increases (2.1) USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
• Prior to initiating VIIBRYD, screen for bipolar disorder (2.2, 5.4) • Pregnancy: Third trimester use may increase risk for persistent pulmonary • When discontinuing VIIBRYD, reduce dosage gradually (2.4, 5.5) hypertension and withdrawal in the newborn (8.1). DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
See 17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION and Medication
Tablets: 10 mg, 20 mg, and 40 mg (3) • Concomitant use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), or use within 14 days of stopping MAOIs (4) FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*

*Sections or subsections omitted from the full prescribing information are
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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

WARNING: SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIORS
Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in patients aged 24 years and younger in short-term
studies. Monitor closely for clinical worsening and for emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. The safety and efficacy of
VIIBRYD have not been established in pediatric patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1), and Use in Specific Populations
(8.4)].
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INDICATIONS AND USAGE
VIIBRYD® is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) [see Clinical Studies (14)].

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DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Dosage for Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder
The recommended target dosage for VIIBRYD is 20 mg to 40 mg orally once daily with food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3),
Clinical Studies (14)]
. To achieve the target dosage, titrate VIIBRYD as follows:
• Start with an initial dosage of 10 mg once daily with food for 7 days,
• Then increase to 20 mg once daily with food.
• The dose may be increased up to 40 mg once daily with food after a minimum of 7 days between dosage increases.

If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as the patient remembers. If it is almost time for the next dose, the patient should skip
the missed dose and take the next dose at the regular time. Two doses should not be taken at the same time.

2.2 Screen for Bipolar Disorder Prior to Starting VIIBRYD
Prior to initiating treatment with VIIBRYD or another antidepressant, screen patients for a personal or family history of bipolar
disorder, mania, or hypomania [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)].

2.3
Switching to or from a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor Antidepressant
At least 14 days must elapse between discontinuation of a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressant and initiation of
VIIBRYD. In addition, at least 14 days must elapse after stopping VIIBRYD before starting an MAOI antidepressant [see
Contraindications (4), Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].

2.4
Dosage Adjustments with CYP3A4 Inhibitors or Inducers
Patients receiving concomitant CYP3A4 inhibitors:
During concomitant use of a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor (e.g., itraconazole, clarithromycin, voriconazole), the VIIBRYD dose should
not exceed 20 mg once daily. The original VIIBRYD dose level, can be resumed when the CYP3A4 inhibitor is discontinued [see
Drug Interactions (7)]
.
Patients receiving concomitant CYP3A4 inducers:
Based on clinical response, consider increasing the dosage of VIIBRYD by 2-fold, up to a maximum 80 mg once daily, over 1 to 2
weeks in patients taking strong CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., carbamazepine, phenytoin, rifampin) for greater than 14 days. If CYP3A4
inducers are discontinued, gradually reduce the VIIBRYD dosage to its original level over 1 to 2 weeks [see Drug Interactions (7)].

2.5

Discontinuing Treatment with VIIBRYD
Adverse reactions may occur upon discontinuation of VIIBRYD [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]. A gradual reduction in dosage
rather than abrupt cessation is recommended whenever possible. VIIBRYD should be down tapered from the 40 mg once daily dose to
20 mg once daily for 4 days, followed by 10 mg once daily for 3 days. Patients taking VIIBRYD 20 mg once daily should be tapered
to 10 mg once daily for 7 days.
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DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
VIIBRYD Tablets are available as 10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg film-coated tablets. 10 mg pink, oval tablet, debossed with 10 on one side 20 mg orange, oval tablet, debossed with 20 on one side 40 mg blue, oval tablet, debossed with 40 on one side VIIBRYD is contraindicated in: • Patients taking, or within 14 days of stopping, monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), including MAOIs such as linezolid or intravenous methylene blue, because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2), Drug Interactions (7)]. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Suicidal Thoughts and Behavior in Children, Adolescents and Young Adults
In pooled analyses of placebo-controlled trials of antidepressant drugs (SSRIs and other antidepressant classes) that included
approximately 77,000 adult patients, and over 4,400 pediatric patients, the incidence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in patients age
24 years and younger was greater in antidepressant-treated patients than in placebo-treated patients. The drug-placebo differences in
the number of cases of suicidal thoughts and behaviors per 1000 patients treated are provided in Table 1.
No suicides occurred in any of the pediatric studies. There were suicides in the adult studies, but the number was not sufficient to
reach any conclusion about antidepressant drug effect on suicide.
Table 1: Risk Differences of the Number of Patients with Suicidal Thoughts or Behaviors
in the Pooled Placebo-Controlled Trials of Antidepressants in Pediatric and Adult Patients

Age Range
Drug-Placebo Difference in Number of Patients with
Suicidal Thoughts or Behaviors per 1000 Patients Treated
Increases Compared to Placebo
14 additional patients 5 additional patients Decreases Compared to Placebo
6 fewer patients
It is unknown whether the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in children, adolescents, and young adults extends to longer-term
use, i.e., beyond four months. However, there is substantial evidence from placebo-controlled maintenance studies in adults with
MDD that antidepressants delay the recurrence of depression.
Monitor all antidepressant-treated patients for clinical worsening and emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors, especially during
the initial few months of drug therapy and at times of dosage changes. Counsel family members or caregivers of patients to monitor
for changes in behavior and to alert the healthcare provider. Consider changing the therapeutic regimen, including possibly
discontinuing VIIBRYD, in patients whose depression is persistently worse, or who are experiencing emergent suicidal thoughts or
behaviors.
5.2
Serotonin Syndrome
SNRIs and SSRIs, including VIIBRYD, can precipitate serotonin syndrome, a potentially life-threatening condition. The risk is increased with concomitant use of other serotonergic drugs (including triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, fentanyl, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, and St. John's Wort) and with drugs that impair metabolism of serotonin, i.e., MAOIs [see Contraindications (4) and Drug Interactions (7)]. Serotonin syndrome can also occur when these drugs are used alone. Symptoms of serotonin syndrome were noted in 0.1% of MDD patients treated with VIIBRYD in premarketing clinical trials. Serotonin syndrome signs and symptoms may include mental status changes (e.g., agitation, hallucinations, delirium, and coma), autonomic instability (e.g., tachycardia, labile blood pressure, dizziness, diaphoresis, flushing, hyperthermia), neuromuscular symptoms (e.g., tremor, rigidity, myoclonus, hyperreflexia, incoordination), seizures, and gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g., nausea, vomiting, diarrhea). The concomitant use of VIIBRYD with MAOIs is contraindicated. In addition, do not initiate VIIBRYD in a patient being treated with MAOIs such as linezolid or intravenous methylene blue. No reports involved the administration of methylene blue by other routes (such as oral tablets or local tissue injection). If it is necessary to initiate treatment with an MAOI such as linezolid or intravenous
methylene blue in a patient taking VIIBRYD, discontinue VIIBRYD before initiating treatment with the MAOI [see
Contraindications (4), Drug Interactions (7.1)].

Monitor all patients taking VIIBRYD for the emergence of serotonin syndrome. Discontinue treatment with VIIBRYD and any
concomitant serotonergic agents immediately if the above symptoms occur, and initiate supportive symptomatic treatment. If
concomitant use of VIIBRYD with other serotonergic drugs is clinically warranted, inform patients of the increased risk for serotonin
syndrome and monitor for symptoms.
5.3
Increased Risk of Bleeding
Drugs that interfere with serotonin reuptake inhibition, including VIIBRYD, increase the risk of bleeding events. Concomitant use of
aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may add to this
risk. Case reports and epidemiological studies (case-control and cohort design) have demonstrated an association between use of drugs
that interfere with serotonin reuptake and the occurrence of gastrointestinal bleeding. Bleeding events related to drugs that interfere
with serotonin reuptake have ranged from ecchymosis, hematoma, epistaxis, and petechiae to life-threatening hemorrhages.
Inform patients about the risk of bleeding associated with the concomitant use of VIIBRYD and antiplatelet agents or anticoagulants.
For patients taking warfarin, carefully monitor coagulation indices when initiating, titrating, or discontinuing VIIBRYD.

5.4

Activation of Mania or Hypomania
In patients with bipolar disorder, treating a depressive episode with VIIBRYD or another antidepressant may precipitate a
mixed/manic episode. In controlled clinical trials, patients with bipolar disorder were excluded; however, symptoms of mania or
hypomania were reported in 0.1% of undiagnosed patients treated with VIIBRYD. Prior to initiating treatment with VIIBRYD, screen
patients for any personal or family history of bipolar disorder, mania, or hypomania [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].

5.5

Discontinuation Syndrome
Adverse reactions after discontinuation of serotonergic antidepressants, particularly after abrupt discontinuation, include: nausea,
sweating, dysphoric mood, irritability, agitation, dizziness, sensory disturbances (e.g., paresthesia, such as electric shock sensations),
tremor, anxiety, confusion, headache, lethargy, emotional lability, insomnia, hypomania, tinnitus, and seizures. A gradual reduction in
dosage rather than abrupt cessation is recommended whenever possible [see Dosage and Administration (2.5)].

5.6

Seizures
VIIBRYD has not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. Patients with a history of seizures were excluded
from clinical studies. VIIBRYD should be prescribed with caution in patients with a seizure disorder.
5.7
Angle-Closure Glaucoma
The pupillary dilation that occurs following use of many antidepressant drugs including VIIBRYD may trigger an angle closure attack
in a patient with anatomically narrow angles who does not have a patent iridectomy. Avoid use of antidepressants, including
VIIBRYD, in patients with untreated anatomically narrow angles.
5.8
Hyponatremia may occur as a result of treatment with SNRIs and SSRIs, including VIIBRYD. Cases of serum sodium lower than 110
mmol/L have been reported. Signs and symptoms of hyponatremia include headache, difficulty concentrating, memory impairment,
confusion, weakness, and unsteadiness, which may lead to falls. Signs and symptoms associated with more severe and/or acute cases
have included hallucination, syncope, seizure, coma, respiratory arrest, and death. In many cases, this hyponatremia appears to be the
result of the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH).
In patients with symptomatic hyponatremia, discontinue VIIBRYD and institute appropriate medical intervention. Elderly patients,
patients taking diuretics, and those who are volume-depleted may be at greater risk of developing hyponatremia with SSRIs and
SNRIs [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5)].
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ADVERSE REACTIONS
The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: • Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors in Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]. • Serotonin Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. • Increased Risk of Bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]. • Activation of Mania or Hypomania [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]. • Discontinuation Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]. • Seizures [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)] • Angle-Closure Glaucoma [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)]. • Hyponatremia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)]. Clinical Trials Experience
Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions and varying lengths of time, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical studies of another drug and may not reflect rates observed in practice. The most commonly observed adverse reactions in VIIBRYD-treated patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) in placebo- controlled studies (incidence ≥ 5% and at least twice the rate of placebo) were diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and insomnia.

Patient Exposure
The safety of VIIBRYD was evaluated in 3,007 patients (18-70 years of age) diagnosed with MDD who participated in clinical
studies, representing 676 patient-years of exposure. In an open-label 52 week study at 40 mg daily, 599 patients were exposed to
VIIBRYD for a total of 348 patient-years.
The adverse reaction information presented below was derived from studies of VIIBRYD 20 mg and 40 mg daily in patients with
MDD including:
• Four placebo-controlled 8 to 10-week studies in 2,233 patients, including 1,266 VIIBRYD-treated patients; and • An open-label 52-week study of 599 VIIBRYD-treated patients.
These studies included a titration period of 10 mg daily for 7 days, followed by 20 mg daily for 7 days or to 40 mg daily over 2 weeks.
In these clinical trials, VIIBRYD was administered with food.
Adverse reactions reported as reasons for discontinuation of treatment
In these studies, 7.3% of the VIIBRYD-treated patients discontinued treatment due to an adverse reaction, compared with 3.5% of
placebo-treated patients. The most common adverse reaction leading to discontinuation in at least 1% of the VIIBRYD-treated patients
in the placebo-controlled studies was nausea (1.4%).

Common adverse reactions in placebo-controlled MDD studies
Table 2 shows the incidence of common adverse reactions occuring in ≥ 2% of VIIBRYD-treated patients and greater than the rate of
placebo-treated patients in MDD Studies. There were no dose-related adverse reactions between 20 mg and 40 mg reported.

Table 2: Common Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥ 2% of VIIBRYD-treated Patients and Greater than the Rate of Placebo-
Treated Patients

System Organ Class
20 mg/day
40 mg/day
Preferred Term
Gastrointestinal disorders
Abdominal pain1 Gastroenteritis Abdominal distension Nervous system disorders
System Organ Class
20 mg/day
40 mg/day
Preferred Term
Psychiatric disorders
Abnormal dreams General disorders
Cardiac disorders
Metabolism and nutrition disorders
Increased appetite Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Increased weight 1 Includes abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain upper, and abdominal pain.
2 Includes headache and tension headache
3 Includes restlessness, akathisia, and restless legs syndrome
Sexual adverse reactions are presented in Table 3

Sexual adverse reactions
Table 3 displays the most common sexual adverse reactions in the placebo-controlled MDD studies.
Table 3: Common Sexual Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥ 2% of VIIBRYD-treated Patients and Greater than the Rate of
Placebo-Treated Patients

Preferred Term
20 mg/day
40 mg/day
20 mg/day
40 mg/day
Abnormal Orgasm* Erectile dysfunction Libido decreased Ejaculation disorder − Not applicable*Includes abnormal orgasm and anorgasmia Other adverse reactions observed in clinical studies The following list does not include reactions: 1) already listed in previous tables or elsewhere in labeling, 2) for which a drug cause was remote, 3) which were so general as to be uninformative, 4) which were not considered to have significant clinical implications, or 5) which occurred at a rate equal to or less than placebo. Reactions are categorized by body system according to the following definitions: frequent adverse reactions are those occurring in at least 1/100 patients; infrequent adverse reactions are those occurring in 1/100 to 1/1000 patients; rare reactions are those occurring in fewer than 1/1000 patients: Cardiac disorders: infrequent: ventricular extrasystoles Eye disorders: infrequent: dry eye, vision blurred, rare: cataracts Nervous System: frequent: sedation, tremor; infrequent: migraine Psychiatric disorders: infrequent: panic attack Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: infrequent: hyperhidrosis, night sweats Post-marketing Experience
The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of VIIBRYD. Because these reactions are reported
voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to
drug exposure. Reports of adverse reactions temporally associated with VIIBRYD that have been received since market introduction
and that are not listed above include the following:
General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions: irritability
Nervous System Disorders: sleep paralysis
Psychiatric Disorders: hallucinations, suicide attempt, suicidal ideation
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: rash, generalized rash, urticaria, drug eruption
Gastrointestinal System: acute pancreatitis
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DRUG INTERACTIONS
Drugs Having Clinically Important Interactions With VIIBRYD
Table 4: Clinically Important Drug Interactions with VIIBRYD
Concomitant
Drug Name or
Clinical Rationale
Clinical Recommendation
Drug Class
VIIBRYD is contraindicated in patients taking MAOIs, The concomitant use of MAOIs and including MAOIs such as linezolid or intravenous Oxidase Inhibitors serotonergic drugs including VIIBRYD methylene blue [see Contraindications (4), Dosage and increases the risk of serotonin syndrome. Administration (2.3), and Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of serotonin The concomitant use of serotonergic syndrome, particularly during VIIBRYD initiation. If Other Serotonergic drugs including VIIBRYD and other serotonin syndrome occurs, consider discontinuation of serotonergic drugs increases the risk of VIIBRYD and/or concomitant serotonergic drugs [see serotonin syndrome. Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Inform patients of the increased risk of bleeding with Serotonin release by platelets plays an the concomitant use of VIIBRYD and antiplatelet important role in hemostasis. The Antiplatelet Agents agents and anticoagulants. For patients taking concurrent use of an antiplatelet agent or and Anticoagulants warfarin, carefully monitor the international anticoagulant with VIIBRYD may normalized ratio (INR) when initiating or discontinuing potentiate the risk of bleeding. VIIBRYD [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]. The concomitant use of VIIBRYD and The VIIBRYD dose should not exceed 20 mg once Inhibitors (e.g., strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increased the daily with the concomitant use of a strong CYP3A4 exposure of vilazodone compared to the inhibitor [see Dosage and Administration (2.4), use of VIIBRYD alone [see Clinical Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Pharmacology (12.3)]. The concomitant use of VIIBRYD and Based on clinical response, consider increasing the strong CYP3A4 inducers decreased the dosage of VIIBRYD, over 1 to 2 weeks in patients exposure of vilazodone compared to the taking strong CYP3A4 inducers for greater than 14 use of VIIBRYD alone [see Clinical days [see Dosage and Administration (2.4), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Pharmacology (12.3)]. Digoxin is a narrow therapeutic index Measure serum digoxin concentrations before initiating drug. Concomitant use of VIIBRYD concomitant use of VIIBRYD. Continue monitoring increased digoxin concentrations [see and reduce digoxin dose as necessary. Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Drugs Having No Clinically Important Interactions With VIIBRYD
Based on pharmacokinetic studies, no dosage adjustment is required for drugs that are substrates of CYP1A2, CYP2B6, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, CYP2D6, CYP3A4, and/or P-glycoprotein (except narrow therapeutic index drugs, e.g., digoxin), when VIIBRYD is administered concomitantly [see Drug Interactions (7.1), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
Pregnancy
Risk Summary There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of VIIBRYD in pregnant women. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. However, the background risk in the U.S. general population of major birth defects is 2-4% and of miscarriage is 15-20% of clinically recognized pregnancies. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of vilazodone during the period of organogenesis at doses up to 48 and 17 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) in rats and rabbits, respectively, resulted in decreased fetal body weight gain and delayed skeletal ossification but no teratogenic effects were observed. Decreased fetal body weight and delayed skeletal ossification were not observed at doses up to 10 and 4 times the MRHD in rats and rabbits, respectively [see Data]. Clinical Considerations Disease-associated maternal and/or embryo/fetal risk A prospective, longitudinal study followed 201 pregnant women with a history of major depressive disorder who were euthymic and taking antidepressants at the beginning of pregnancy. The women who discontinued antidepressants during pregnancy were more likely to experience a relapse of major depression than women who continued antidepressants. Consider the risks of untreated depression when discontinuing or changing treatment with antidepressant medication during pregnancy and postpartum. Fetal/Neonatal adverse reactions Exposure to SSRIs and SNRIs, including VIIBRYD, in late pregnancy may lead to an increased risk for neonatal complications requiring prolonged hospitalization, respiratory support, and tube feeding, and/or persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN). Monitor neonates who were exposed to VIIBRYD in the third trimester of pregnancy for PPHN and drug discontinuation syndrome [see Data)]. Data Human Data Third Trimester Exposure Neonates exposed to SSRIs or serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) late in the third trimester, have developed complications requiring prolonged hospitalization, respiratory support, and tube feeding. These findings are based on post-marketing reports. Such complications can arise immediately upon delivery. Reported clinical findings have included respiratory distress, cyanosis, apnea, seizures, temperature instability, feeding difficulty, vomiting, hypoglycemia, hypotonia, hypertonia, hyperreflexia, tremor, jitteriness, irritability, and constant crying. These features are consistent with either a direct toxic effect of SSRIs and SNRIs or, possibly, a drug discontinuation syndrome. In some cases, the clinical picture was consistent with serotonin syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Exposure during late pregnancy to SSRIs may have an increased risk for persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN). PPHN occurs in 1-2 per 1,000 live births in the general population and is associated with substantial neonatal morbidity and mortality. In a retrospective case-control study of 377 women whose infants were born with PPHN and 836 women whose infants were born healthy, the risk for developing PPHN was approximately six-fold higher for infants exposed to SSRIs after the 20th week of gestation compared to infants who had not been exposed to antidepressants during pregnancy. A study of 831,324 infants born in Sweden in 1997-2005 found a PPHN risk ratio of 2.4 (95% CI 1.2-4.3) associated with patient-reported maternal use of SSRIs "in early pregnancy" and a PPHN risk ratio of 3.6 (95% CI 1.2-8.3) associated with a combination of patient-reported maternal use of SSRIs "in early pregnancy" and an antenatal SSRI prescription "in later pregnancy." Animal Data No teratogenic effects were observed when vilazodone was given to pregnant rats or rabbits during the period of organogenesis at oral doses up to 200 and 36 mg/kg/day, respectively. These doses are 48 and 17 times, in rats and rabbits, respectively, the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 40 mg on a mg/m2 basis. Fetal body weight gain was reduced, and skeletal ossification was delayed in both rats and rabbits at these doses; these effects were not observed at doses up to 10 times the MRHD in rats or 4 times the MRHD in rabbits. When vilazodone was administered to pregnant rats at an oral dose of 30 times the MRHD during the period of organogenesis and throughout pregnancy and lactation, the number of live born pups was decreased. There was an increase in early postnatal pup mortality, and among surviving pups there was decreased body weight, delayed maturation, and decreased fertility in adulthood. There was some maternal toxicity at this dose. These effects were not seen at 6 times the MRHD. 8.2 Lactation
Risk Summary
There are no data on the presence of vilazodone in human milk, the effects of vilazodone on the breastfed infant, or the effects of the
drug on milk production. However, vilazodone is excreted in rat milk [see Data]. The developmental and health benefits of
breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for VIIBRYD and any potential adverse effects on the
breastfed child from VIIBRYD or from the underlying maternal condition.
Data
Animal Data
Administration of vilazodone to lactating rats at an oral dose of 30 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD), resulted
in early postnatal pup mortality, and among surviving pups there was decreased body weight and delayed maturation.
8.4
Pediatric Use
Clinical studies on the use of VIIBRYD in pediatric patients have not been conducted; therefore, the safety and effectiveness of
VIIBRYD in pediatric patients have not been established. Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in
pediatric patients [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

8.5

Geriatric Use
Based on a pharmacokinetic study, no dosage adjustment of VIIBRYD is recommended on the basis of age (see Figure 2). Results
from pharmacokinetic study of a single 20 mg VIIBRYD dose in geriatric subjects (> 65 years-old) vs. younger subjects (24-55 years-
old) demonstrated that the pharmacokinetics were generally similar between the two age groups [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
Clinical studies of VIIBRYD did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond
differently from younger subjects. Of the 3,007 patients in clinical studies with VIIBRYD, 65 (2.2%) were 65 years of age or older,
and 378 (12.6%) were 55 to 64 years of age. In general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be conservative, usually starting at
the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant
disease or other drug therapy.
Serotonergic antidepressants have been associated with cases of clinically significant hyponatremia in elderly patients, who may be at
greater risk for this adverse reaction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)]. No other differences in adverse reactions were observed
between geriatric and younger patients.

8.6

Use in Other Patient Populations
No dosage adjustment of VIIBRYD is necessary on the basis of gender, renal function (mild to severe renal impairment, glomerular
filtration rate: 15-90 mL/minute), or hepatic function (mild to severe hepatic impairment, Child-Pugh score: 5-15 [see Clinical
Pharmacology (12.3)]
.
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DRUG ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE
Controlled Substance
VIIBRYD is not a controlled substance.

9.2

Abuse and Dependence
VIIBRYD has been systematically studied in animals and did not demonstrate abuse or dependence potential. While VIIBRYD has
not been systematically studied in humans for its potential for abuse, there was no suggested evidence of drug-seeking behavior in the
clinical studies.

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OVERDOSAGE
There is limited clinical trial experience regarding human overdose with VIIBRYD. The adverse reactions associated with overdose of
VIIBRYD at doses of 200-280 mg (5 to 7 times the recommended dosage) as observed in clinical trials included serotonin syndrome,
lethargy, restlessness, hallucinations, and disorientation.

For current information on the management of poisoning or overdose, contact a poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
No specific antidotes for vilazodone are known. Removal of vilazodone by dialysis has not been studied; however, the high volume of
distribution of vilazodone suggests that dialysis will not be effective in reducing vilazodone plasma concentrations.
DESCRIPTION
VIIBRYD tablets for oral administration contain polymorph Form IV vilazodone hydrochloride (HCl), a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor and a 5HT1A receptor partial agonist. Vilazodone HCl is 2-benzofurancarboxamide, 5-[4-[4-(5-cyano-1H-indol-3-yl)butyl]-1-piperazinyl]-, hydrochloride (1:1). Its molecular weight is 477.99. The structural formula is:
In addition to the active ingredient, VIIBRYD tablets contain the following inactive ingredients: lactose monohydrate,
microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, colloidal silicon dioxide, polyvinyl alcohol, titanium dioxide, polyethylene glycol,
talc, FD&C Blue #1 (40 mg only), FD&C Yellow #6 (20 mg only) and FD&C Red #40 (10 mg only).
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CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
Mechanism of action
The mechanism of the antidepressant effect of vilazodone is not fully understood but is thought to be related to its enhancement of
serotonergic activity in the CNS through selective inhibition of serotonin reuptake. Vilazodone is also a partial agonist at serotonergic
5-HT1A receptors; however, the net result of this action on serotonergic transmission and its role in vilazodone's antidepressant effect
are unknown.
12.2
Vilazodone binds with high affinity to the serotonin reuptake site (Ki= 0.1 nM), but not to the norepinephrine (Ki=56 nM) or
dopamine (Ki=37 nM) reuptake sites. Vilazodone potently and selectively inhibits reuptake of serotonin (IC50= 1.6 nM). Vilazodone
also binds selectively with high affinity to 5-HT1A receptors (IC50=2.1 nM) and is a 5-HT1A receptor partial agonist.
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Treatment with VIIBRYD did not prolong the QTc interval. The effect of VIIBRYD [20, 40, 60, and 80 mg (2 times the
recommended dosage)] on the QTc interval was evaluated in a randomized, placebo-, and active-controlled (moxifloxacin 400 mg),
parallel-group, thorough QTc study in 157 healthy subjects. The study demonstrated an ability to detect small effects. The upper
bound of the 90% confidence interval for the largest placebo-adjusted, baseline-corrected QTc interval was below 10 msec, based on
the individual correction method (QTcI). Thus, at doses of 2 times the recommended dosage, VIIBRYD did not prolong the QTc
interval to a clinically relevant extent.
12.3
Vilazodone activity is due primarily to the parent drug. The pharmacokinetics of vilazodone (5 mg – 80 mg) are dose-proportional. Accumulation of vilazodone after administration of single VIIBRYD doses did not vary with dose, and steady-state was achieved in about 3 days. Elimination of vilazodone is primarily by hepatic metabolism with a terminal half-life of approximately 25 hours. At steady-state, after daily dosing of VIIBRYD 40 mg under fed conditions, the mean Cmax value was 156 ng/mL, and the mean AUC (0-24 hours) value was 1645 ng·h/mL. Absorption Vilazodone concentrations peaked at a median of 4-5 hours (Tmax) after VIIBRYD administration and declined with a terminal half-life of approximately 25 hours. The absolute bioavailability of vilazodone was 72% with food.Vilazodone AUC and Cmax in the fasted state can be decreased by approximately 50% and 60%, respectively, compared to the fed state. Administration without food can result in inadequate drug concentrations and may reduce effectiveness. Coadministration of VIIBRYD with ethanol or with a proton pump inhibitor (pantoprazole) did not affect the rate or extent of vilazodone absorption. In addition, neither the Tmax nor terminal elimination rate of vilazodone was altered by coadministration with either pantoprazole or ethanol.
Absorption is decreased by approximately 25% if vomiting occurs within 7 hours of ingestion; no replacement dose is needed.

Distribution
Vilazodone is widely distributed and approximately 96-99% protein-bound. Administration of VIIBRYD to a patient taking another
drug that is highly protein bound may cause increased free concentrations of the other drug, because vilazodone is highly bound to
plasma protein. The interaction between vilazodone and other highly protein-bound drugs has not been evaluated.
Metabolism and Elimination
VIIBRYD is extensively metabolized through CYP and non-CYP pathways (possibly by carboxylesterase), with only 1% of the dose
recovered in the urine and 2% of the dose recovered in the feces as unchanged vilazodone. CYP3A4 is primarily responsible for its
metabolism among CYP pathways, with minor contributions from CYP2C19 and CYP2D6.
Drug Interaction Studies
Figure 1 below includes the impact of other drugs on the pharmacokinetics of vilazodone [see Drug Interactions (7)]. Figure 1. Effect of Other Drugs on Vilazodone Pharmacokinetics
In vitro studies indicate that vilazodone is unlikely to inhibit or induce the metabolism of substrates for CYP1A1, 1A2, 2A6, 2B6,
2C9, 2C19, 2D6, 2E1, 3A4 or 3A5, except for CYP2C8. The effect of vilazodone on CYP2C8 activity has not been tested in vivo.
Figure 2 below includes the impact of vilazadone on the pharmacokinetics of other drugs in vivo.



Figure 2. Impact of Vilazodone on Other Drug Pharmacokinetics

Studies in Specific Populations: The presence of mild to severe renal impairment or mild to severe hepatic impairment did not affect the apparent clearance of vilazodone (see Figure 3). There were no pharmacokinetic differences of vilazodone in geriatric patients compared to younger patients, or between males and females (see Figure 3).
Figure 3: Impact of Intrinsic Factors on Vilazodone Pharmacokinetics
NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY
Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility

Carcinogenesis
Carcinogenicity studies were conducted in which B6C3F1mice and Wistar rats were given oral doses of vilazodone up to 135 and 150
mg/kg/day, respectively, for 2 years. These doses are approximately 16.5 and 36 times the maximum recommended human dose
(MRHD) of 40 mg, respectively, on a mg/m2 basis.
In mice, the incidence of hepatocellular carcinomas was increased in males at 16.5 times the MRHD; this finding was not observed at
5.5 times the MRHD. The incidence of malignant mammary gland tumors was numerically increased in females at 5.5 and 16.5 times
the MRHD, with statistical significance at 16.5 the MRHD; this finding was not observed at 1.8 times the MRHD. Elevated prolactin
levels were observed in a 2-week study of vilazodone administered at 5.5 and 33 times the MRHD. Increases in prolactin levels are
known to cause mammary tumors in rodents.
In the rat study, vilazodone was not carcinogenic in either sex at doses up to 36 times the MRHD.
Mutagenesis
Vilazodone was not mutagenic in the in vitro bacterial reverse mutation assay (Ames test). Vilazodone was negative in the in vitro
V79/HGRPT mammalian cell forward mutation assay. Vilazodone was clastogenic in two in vitro mammalian cell chromosome
aberration assays. However, vilazodone was negative for clastogenic activity in both an in vivo rat bone marrow chromosome
aberration assay and a micronucleus test. Vilazodone was also negative in an in vivo/in vitro unscheduled DNA synthesis assay in rats.

Impairment of Fertility
Treatment of rats with vilazodone at a dose of 125 mg/kg, which is 30 times the MRHD of 40 mg on a mg/m2 basis, caused
impairment of male fertility with no effect on female fertility. Impaired male fertility was not observed at 6 times the MRHD.
CLINICAL STUDIES
The efficacy of VIIBRYD as a treatment for major depressive disorder was demonstrated in four multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies in adult (18-70 years of age) outpatients who met the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR) criteria for MDD. Three 8-week studies evaluated the efficacy of VIIBRYD 40 mg (Studies 1-3) and one 10-week study (Study 4) evaluated the efficacy of VIIBRYD 20 mg and 40 mg (see Table 5). In these studies, patients were randomized to either 20 mg or 40 mg, or placebo once daily with food. Patients were either titrated over 1week to a dose of 20 mg daily or over 2 weeks to a dose of 40 mg once daily of VIIBRYD with food. VIIBRYD was superior to placebo in the improvement of depressive symptoms as measured by the change from baseline to endpoint visit in the Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) total score for both doses. The MADRS is a ten-item, clinician-rated scale used to assess severity of depressive symptoms. Scores on the MADRS range from 0 to 60, with higher scores indicating more severe depression. Clinical Global Impression - Severity (CGI-S) was evaluated in Studies 3 and 4. VIIBRYD 20 mg and 40 mg demonstrated superiority over placebo as measured by improvement in CGI-S score. Table 5: Summary of Results for the Primary Efficacy Endpoint - MADRS Total Score
Treatment Group
Number of
LS Mean Change
Patients a
Baseline
from Baseline
Difference b
Score (SD)
VIIBRYD 40mg/day -3.2 (-5.2, -1.3) VIIBRYD 40 mg/day -2.5 (-4.4, -0.6) VIIBRYD 40 mg/day -5.1 (-6.9, -3.3) VIIBRYD 20 mg/day* -2.6 (-4.3, -0.8) VIIBRYD 40 mg/day* -2.8 (-4.6, -1.1) SD = standard deviation; SE = standard error; LS Mean = least-square mean; CI = confidence interval a based on patients who took study medication and had baseline and postbaseline MADRS assessments b difference (drug minus placebo) in least-square mean change from baseline to endpoint * All VIIBRYD treatment dose groups remained statistically significant compared with placebo after adjusting for multiplicity Baseline demographics information were generally similar across all treatment groups. Examination of population subgroups based on
age (there were few patients over 65), gender and race did not reveal any clear evidence of differential responsiveness.
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HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING
VIIBRYD (vilazodone HCl) tablets are supplied in the following configurations: Strength
Color/Shape
Markings
pink, oval tablet Bottle / 30 count orange, oval tablet Bottle / 30 count blue, oval tablet Bottle / 30 count 0456-1140-30 VIIBRYD (vilazodone HCl) Patient Starter Kits are supplied in the following configuration: Strength
Color/Shape
Markings
Patient Starter Kit containing pink, oval tablet seven 10 mg tablets, seven 20 mg tablets and sixteen 40 mg orange, oval tablet blue, oval tablet Patient Starter Kit containing pink, oval tablet seven 10 mg tablets, twenty- three 20 mg tablets orange, oval tablet
Store tablets at 25oC (77°F). Excursions permitted to 15oC - 30oC (59°F - 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

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PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION

Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide).

Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors
Advise patients and caregivers to look for the emergence of suicidality, especially early during treatment and when the dosage is
adjusted up or down and instruct them to report such symptoms to the healthcare provider [see Box Warning and Warnings and
Precautions (5.1)
].

Dosage and Administration
Instruct patients to take VIIBRYD with food and to follow prescribed dosage instructions [see Dosage and Administration (2.1, 2.3,
2.4, 2.5)].


Serotonin Syndrome
Caution patients about the risk of serotonin syndrome, particularly with the concomitant use of VIIBRYD with other serotonergic
drugs including triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, fentanyl, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, St. John's Wort, and with drugs
that impair metabolism of serotonin (in particular, MAOIs, both those intended to treat psychiatric disorders and also others, such as
linezolid). Patients should contact their health care provider or report to the emergency room if they experience signs or symptoms of
serotonin syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) and Drug Interactions (7)].
Increased Risk of Bleeding
Inform patients about the concomitant use of VIIBRYD with aspirin, NSAIDs, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, or other
anticoagulants because the combined use of drugs that interfere with serotonin reuptake (e.g., VIIBRYD) and these medications has
been associated with an increased risk of bleeding. Advise them to inform their health care providers if they are taking or planning to
take any prescription or over-the-counter medications that increase the risk of bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)].
Activation of Mania/Hypomania
Advise patients and their caregivers to observe for signs of activation of mania/hypomania and instruct them to report such symptoms
to the healthcare provider [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)].

Discontinuation Syndrome
Advise patients not to abruptly discontinue VIIBRYD and to discuss any tapering regimen with their healthcare provider. Adverse
reactions can occur when VIIBRYD is discontinued [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)].

Seizures
Caution patients about using VIIBRYD if they have a history of a seizure disorder [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)].
Allergic Reactions
Advise patients to notify their healthcare provider if they develop an allergic reaction such as rash, hives, swelling, or difficulty
breathing [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)].

Concomitant Medications
Advise patients to inform their health care providers if they are taking, or plan to take any prescription or over-the-counter
medications since there is a potential for interactions [see Drug Interactions (7.1)].

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MEDICATION GUIDE
VIIBRYD [vī-brid]
(vilazodone hydrochloride)
Read this Medication Guide carefully before you start taking VIIBRYD and each time you
get a refil . There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or your treatment.
What is the most important information I should know about VIIBRYD?
VIIBRYD and other antidepressant medicines may cause serious side effects.

Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the following
symptoms, or call 911 if there is an emergency:

1. Suicidal thoughts or actions:
VIIBRYD and other antidepressant medicines may increase suicidal thoughts
or actions in some people 24 years of age and younger, especial y within the first
few months of treatment or when the dose is changed.
• Depression or other serious mental illnesses are the most important causes of suicidal thoughts or actions. • Watch for these changes and cal your healthcare provider right away if you notice: • New or sudden changes in mood, behavior, actions, thoughts, or feelings, especially if • Pay particular attention to such changes when VIIBRYD is started or when the dose is • Keep all follow-up visits with your healthcare provider and cal between visits if you are worried about symptoms.
Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the following
symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you:
• attempts to commit suicide • acting on dangerous impulses • acting aggressive or violent • thoughts about suicide or dying • new or worse depression • new or worse anxiety or panic attacks • feeling agitated, restless, angry or irritable • trouble sleeping • an increase in activity or talking more than what is normal for you (mania) • other unusual changes in behavior or mood
2. Serotonin Syndrome
:
• agitation, hallucinations, coma or other changes in mental status • coordination problems or muscle twitching (overactive reflexes) • fast heartbeat, high or low blood pressure • sweating or fever • nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea • muscle stiffness or tightness 3. Increased chance of bleeding: VIIBRYD and other antidepressant medicines may
increase your chance of bleeding or bruising, especially if you take the blood thinner warfarin (Coumadin®, Jantoven®), a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), or aspirin.
4. Manic episodes:
• greatly increased energy • severe trouble sleeping • racing thoughts • reckless behavior • unusual y grand ideas • excessive happiness or irritability • talking more or faster than usual
5. Discontinuation symptoms. Do not suddenly stop VIIBRYD without first

talking to your healthcare provider. Stopping VIIBRYD suddenly may cause serious
symptoms including: • flu-like symptoms such as headache, sweating, and nausea • anxiety, high or low mood, irritability, feeling restless or sleepy • dizziness, electric shock-like sensations, tremor, confusion If your healthcare provider decides that you should stop taking VIIBRYD, your healthcare provider should slowly decrease (taper) your dose.
6. Seizures or convulsions.

7. Glaucoma (angle-closure glaucoma): Many antidepressant medicines including
VIIBRYD may cause a certain type of eye problem cal ed angle-closure glaucoma. Call your healthcare provider if you have changes in your vision or eye pain.
8. Low salt (sodium) levels in the blood.

Elderly people may be at greater risk for this. Symptoms may include: • weakness or feeling unsteady • confusion, problems concentrating or thinking or memory problems What is VIIBRYD?
VIIBRYD is a prescription medicine used to treat a certain type of depression called Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). It is important to talk with your healthcare provider about the risks of treating depression and also the risk of not treating it. You should discuss all treatment choices with your healthcare provider.
Talk to your healthcare provider if you do not think that your condition is getting better
with VIIBRYD treatment. It is not known if VIIBRYD is safe and effective in children.
Who should not take VIIBRYD?

Do not take VIIBRYD if you:
• Take a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI). Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you are not sure if you take an MAOI, including the antibiotic linezolid. • Do not take an MAOI within 2 weeks of stopping VIIBRYD unless directed to do so by your healthcare provider. • Do not start VIIBRYD if you stopped taking an MAOI in the last 2 weeks unless directed to do so by your healthcare provider.
People who take VIIBRYD close in time to taking an MAOI may have serious
or even life-threatening side effects. Get medical help right away if you
have any of these symptoms:
• uncontrol ed muscle spasms • stiff muscles • rapid changes in heart rate or blood pressure • loss of consciousness (pass out)
What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking VIIBRYD?
Before starting VIIBRYD, tell your healthcare provider if you:

• have liver problems • have kidney problems • have or had seizures or convulsions • have bipolar disorder (manic depression) or mania • have low sodium levels in your blood • have or had bleeding problems • drink alcohol • have any other medical conditions • Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if VIIBRYD wil harm your unborn baby. Talk to your healthcare provider about the benefits and risks of treating depression during pregnancy. • Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if VIIBRYD passes into breast milk. You and your healthcare provider should decide if you should take VIIBRYD while breastfeeding.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines that you take, including
prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. VIIBRYD and some medicines may interact with each other, may not work as wel , or may cause serious side effects when taken together.
Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take:
• triptans used to treat migraine headache • medicines used to treat mood, anxiety, psychotic or thought disorders, including tricyclics, lithium, SSRIs, SNRIs, buspirone, or antipsychotics • over-the-counter supplements such as tryptophan or St. John's Wort • nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) • warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven) • mephenytoin (Mesantoin) Your healthcare provider or pharmacist can tel you if it is safe to take VIIBRYD with your other medicines. Do not start or stop any medicine while taking VIIBRYD without talking to your healthcare provider first.
How should I take VIIBRYD?
• Take VIIBRYD exactly as prescribed. Your healthcare provider may need to change the dose of VIIBRYD until it is the right dose for you. • Take VIIBRYD with food. VIIBRYD may not work as well if you take it on an empty
• If you miss a dose of VIIBRYD, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Do not take two doses of VIIBRYD at the same time. • If you take too much VIIBRYD, cal your healthcare provider or poison control center at 1-800-222-1222 right away, or get emergency treatment.
What should I avoid while taking VIIBRYD?
• VIIBRYD can cause sleepiness or may affect your ability to make decisions, think clearly, or react quickly. You should not drive, operate heavy machinery, or do other dangerous activities until you know how VIIBRYD affects you. • You should avoid drinking alcohol while taking VIIBRYD. See "What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking VIIBRYD?"
What are the possible side effects of VIIBRYD?
VIIBRYD may cause serious side effects, including:

See "What is the most important information I should know about
VIIBRYD?"
Common side effects in people who take VIIBRYD include: • nausea or vomiting • trouble sleeping Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of VIIBRYD. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side
effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

How should I store VIIBRYD?

Store VIIBRYD at room temperature (68°F to 77°F or 20°C to 25°C).
Keep VIIBRYD and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about the safe and effective use of VIIBRYD.

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. Do not use VIIBRYD for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give VIIBRYD to other people, even if they have the same condition. It may harm them. This Medication Guide summarizes the most important information about VIIBRYD. If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You may ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about VIIBRYD that is written for healthcare professionals. For more information about VIIBRYD call 1-800-678-1605.
What are the ingredients in VIIBRYD?
Active ingredient: vilazodone hydrochloride Inactive ingredients: lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, colloidal silicon dioxide, polyvinyl alcohol, titanium dioxide, polyethylene glycol, talc, and FD&C Blue #1 (40 mg only), FD&C Yellow #6 (20 mg only) and FD&C Red #40 This Medication Guide has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Distributed by: Allergan USA, Inc. Irvine, CA 92612 Licensed from Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany VIIBRYD® is a registered trademark of Al ergan Pharmaceuticals International Limited 2016 Allergan. All rights reserved. Revised: 08/2016

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