Buspar

Buspar - Buspar is used for the short-term relief of anxiety symptoms. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

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Drug name

Buspar (Buspirone)

Drug Uses

Buspar is used for the short-term relief of anxiety symptoms. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

How Taken

Use Buspar as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions. Take Buspar by mouth. Take it consistently, either always with food or always without food. Avoid large amounts of grapefruit or grapefruit juice while you are taking Buspar . Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about including grapefruit or grapefruit juice in your diet while you are taking Buspar. Buspar is designed to be taken every day to prevent anxiety symptoms. It does not work if it is only taken as needed or only when anxiety symptoms are present. Continue to take Buspar even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Buspar is an antianxiety agent. It is not known exactly how Buspar works to relieve anxiety. It is believed that it may react with specific chemical receptors in the brain.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Buspar , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Storage

Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.

Warnings Precautions

Do NOT use Buspar if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you. Some medical conditions may interact with Buspar . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Buspar . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

Possible Side Effects

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

More Information

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