How to Pronounce Vilazodone (Viibryd)

vil-AZ-oh-done
IPA: /vɪl.ˈæz.oʊ.doʊn/
Brand name: Viibryd
vil AZ oh done
Vilazodone is pronounced vil-AZ-oh-done

How do you pronounce Vilazodone?

Vilazodone is pronounced “vil-AZ-oh-done”. It has 4 syllables: vil ‑ az ‑ oh ‑ done. The stress falls on the second syllable, “az”.

How many syllables are in Vilazodone?

Vilazodone has 4 syllables: vil ‑ az ‑ oh ‑ done.

What does Vilazodone mean?

Vilazodone is a serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor (SARI) combined with partial 5-HT1A agonism. It is used for major depressive disorder and has a favorable sexual side-effect profile compared to SSRIs.

Word Parts

suffix -zodone serotonin modulator (SARI class)

Common Mispronunciations

Stress on syllable 2 (AZ): vil-AZ-oh-done. Must take with food — absorption drops ~50% without it.

Where You'll Encounter This

Major depressive disorder. Dual mechanism: SARI + partial 5-HT1A agonist. Must be taken with food.

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