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Efficacy and tolerability of vilazodone for the acute treatment of generalized anxiety disorder: A meta-analysis.

Author: DyljaIrene, ZareifopoulosNicholas

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Meta-AnalysisA statistical technique that integrates the results of multiple studies to draw more general conclusions about a particular issue.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.

Overview

Vilazodone is an effective treatment for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), but further trials are required to compare it with established treatments.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
PURPOSE: A systematic review and meta-analysis of all relevant randomized controlled trials was conducted to evaluate the safety and efficacy of vilazodone in the acute treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). METHODS: The literature was searched through all relevant databases in order to i...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajp.2017.01.016

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Vilazodone for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Journey Through the Desert of Anxiety Treatment

This study, like a camel caravan traversing a vast and often challenging desert, explores the efficacy and tolerability of vilazodone, a medication used to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The researchers, like skilled explorers seeking a hidden oasis of solutions, are meticulously evaluating the effectiveness of vilazodone in managing GAD symptoms. The study, like a well-mapped oasis, reveals that vilazodone is superior to placebo in reducing anxiety symptoms in the short term, offering a potential path toward relief for individuals struggling with GAD. However, the study also highlights the importance of considering the potential side effects of this medication, like navigating a treacherous landscape with caution and awareness.

Navigating the Desert of Anxiety Treatment: Finding the Right Path

This study, like a skilled desert navigator mapping a complex landscape, explores the efficacy and tolerability of vilazodone in treating generalized anxiety disorder. The researchers' findings, like a well-mapped oasis, reveal that vilazodone is superior to placebo in reducing anxiety symptoms in the short term. However, the study also highlights the importance of considering the potential side effects of this medication, like navigating a treacherous landscape with caution and awareness.

Exploring the Desert of Anxiety Treatment: A Journey Towards Relief

This study, like a camel caravan seeking a smoother path through a treacherous desert, explores the efficacy and tolerability of vilazodone in treating generalized anxiety disorder. The researchers' findings, like a well-mapped oasis, reveal that vilazodone is superior to placebo in reducing anxiety symptoms in the short term. However, the study also highlights the importance of considering the potential side effects of this medication, like navigating a treacherous landscape with caution and awareness.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study, like a camel caravan traversing a vast and challenging desert, explores the efficacy and tolerability of vilazodone in treating generalized anxiety disorder. The researchers' findings, like a well-mapped oasis, reveal that vilazodone is superior to placebo in reducing anxiety symptoms in the short term, offering a potential path toward relief for individuals struggling with GAD. However, the study also highlights the importance of considering the potential side effects of this medication, like navigating a treacherous landscape with caution and awareness.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-01-31
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-30
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

28483071

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.ajp.2017.01.016

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