Major depressive disorder (MDD), commonly referred to as depression, is one of the most common mental disorders in the United States.
21
million adults were affected by symptoms of major depressive disorder.†
21
million adults were
affected by symptoms of major depressive disorder.†
†Estimated in a 2020 survey.
Many who are taking an antidepressant may still have unresolved symptoms.
In fact, in a large US study of adults with depression, approximately
50% still had depressive symptoms with their first antidepressant.
Antidepressants work differently for different people, so finding a treatment that’s right for you may take time. But don’t hesitate to contact your healthcare provider if unresolved depression symptoms start to have a bigger impact on your daily life.
If you are experiencing unpredictable high mood swings in addition to some or all of the above symptoms, please click here to learn about a different mental health condition and talk to your healthcare provider to discuss further.
If you are still dealing with symptoms of depression, try tracking how you are feeling to discuss with your doctor.
If you are still dealing with symptoms of depression, try tracking how you are
feeling to discuss with your doctor.
Fill out our Symptom Tracker before your next
appointment to monitor your symptoms and to help
your healthcare provider determine if changes to your
treatment plan are needed.
Fill out our Symptom Tracker before
your next appointment to monitor
your symptoms and to help your
healthcare provider determine if
changes to your treatment plan
are needed.
Managing your depression can be frustrating at times, but gaining knowledge and support can help you become more comfortable along the way.
Listen to psychiatrist Dr. Theresa Cerulli share insights and tips on preparing for an appointment, partnering with your provider to manage your condition, and helpful information about add-on therapy.
Dr. Cerulli is a healthcare provider and was compensated for her appearance.
This content does not constitute medical advice or establish a patient-physician relationship. Please talk to your healthcare provider about your specific treatment needs.
‡Information on this site is not intended as a substitute for advice provided to a patient by a physician or other qualified healthcare professional. AbbVie does not provide medical advice or recommendations. Patients should consult with a physician or healthcare professional for medical advice or information about diagnosis and treatment.
If you’re still experiencing unresolved depression symptoms, or what some healthcare
providers may refer to as “partial response” to your antidepressant therapy, your
healthcare provider may consider the following:
If you’re still experiencing unresolved
depression symptoms, or what some
healthcare providers may refer to as “partial
response” to your antidepressant therapy,
your healthcare provider may consider
the following:
Switching your current treatment if you…
–or–
Adding on to your antidepressant if you…
Can help build on progress
you may have already made
on your antidepressant
you may have already made on
your antidepressant
Clinical guidelines recommend
adjunctive treatment
as an appropriate option—
sometimes as soon as partial
response is achieved with an
antidepressant
VRAYLAR is in a different class of medicines than antidepressants—it is taken with an antidepressant to help improve depression symptoms.
VRAYLAR is in a different class
of medicines than
antidepressants—it is taken with
an antidepressant to help
improve depression symptoms.
Ask your healthcare provider if adding VRAYLAR to your antidepressant therapy could
be right for you. Click here for questions to help you get the conversation started.
Ask your healthcare provider
if adding VRAYLAR to your
antidepressant therapy could
be right for you. Click here for
questions to help you get the
conversation started.
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INDICATION AND USAGE
VRAYLAR is a prescription medicine used along with antidepressant medicines to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Elderly people with dementia-related psychosis (having lost touch with reality due to confusion and memory loss) taking medicines like VRAYLAR are at an increased risk of death. VRAYLAR is not approved for treating patients with dementia-related psychosis.
VRAYLAR and antidepressants may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some children and young adults especially within the first few months of treatment or when the dose is changed. Depression and other mental illnesses are the most important causes of suicidal thoughts and actions. Patients on antidepressants and their families or caregivers should watch for new or worsening depression symptoms, especially sudden changes in mood, behaviors, thoughts, or feelings. This is very important when VRAYLAR or the antidepressant is started or when the dose is changed. Report any change in these symptoms immediately to the doctor.
VRAYLAR may cause serious side effects, including:
Who should not take VRAYLAR?
Do not take VRAYLAR if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Get emergency medical help if you are having an allergic reaction (eg, rash, itching, hives, swelling of the tongue, lip, face or throat).
What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking VRAYLAR?
Tell your healthcare provider about any medical conditions and if you:
Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines that you take, including prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and supplements. VRAYLAR may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how VRAYLAR works. Do not start or stop any medicines while taking VRAYLAR without talking to your healthcare provider.
What are the most common side effects of VRAYLAR?
The most common side effects include difficulty moving or slow movements, tremors, uncontrolled body movements, restlessness and feeling like you need to move around, sleepiness, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, constipation, feeling tired, trouble sleeping, increased appetite, and dizziness.
These are not all the possible side effects of VRAYLAR.
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
VRAYLAR is a prescription medicine used in adults:
Please see the full Prescribing Information, including Boxed Warnings, and Medication Guide.
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You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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