* Generic Name: buspirone
* Brand Name: Buspar
* What is buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
* What are the possible side effects of buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar
Dividose, Vanspar)?
* What is the most important information I should know about
buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
* What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking
buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
* How should I take buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
* What happens if I miss a dose (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose,
Vanspar)?
* What happens if I overdose (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
* What should I avoid while taking buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar
Dividose, Vanspar)?
* What other drugs will affect buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar
Dividose, Vanspar)?
* Where can I get more information (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose,
Vanspar)?
What is buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
Buspirone is an anti-anxiety medicine that affects chemicals in the
brain that may be unbalanced in people with anxiety.
Buspirone is used to treat symptoms of anxiety, such as fear, tension,
irritability, dizziness, pounding heartbeat, and other physical
symptoms.
Buspirone is not an anti-psychotic medication and should not be used in
place of medication prescribed by your doctor for mental illness.
Buspirone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication
guide.
What are the possible side effects of buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose,
Vanspar)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:
hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or
throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
* chest pain;
* shortness of breath; or
* a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out.
Common side effects may include:
* headache;
* dizziness, drowsiness;
* sleep problems (insomnia);
* nausea, upset stomach; or
* feeling nervous or excited.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call
your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side
effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about buspirone (BuSpar,
BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
Do not use buspirone if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14
days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include
isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine,
rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.
Buspar Patient Information including How Should I Take
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What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking buspirone
(BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
You should not use buspirone if you are allergic to it.
Do not use buspirone if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14
days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include
isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine,
rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.
To make sure buspirone is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have
any of these conditions:
* kidney disease; or
* liver disease.
Buspirone is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if
you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether buspirone passes into breast milk or if it
could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
baby.
Buspirone is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I take buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may
occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. Do
not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than
recommended.
You may take buspirone with or without food but take it the same way
each time.
Some buspirone tablets are scored so you can break the tablet into 2 or
3 pieces in order to take a smaller amount of the medicine at each
dose. Do not use a buspirone tablet if it has not been broken correctly
and the piece is too big or too small. Follow your doctor's
instructions about how much of the tablet to take.
If you have switched to buspirone from another anxiety medication, you
may need to slowly decrease your dose of the other medication rather
than stopping suddenly. Some anxiety medications can cause
withdrawal symptoms when you stop taking them suddenly after
long-term use.
Buspirone can cause false positive results with certain medical
tests. You may need to stop using the medicine for at least 48 hours
before your test. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using
buspirone.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
Buspar Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose
Stress Pictures Slideshow: 10 Ways to Stop Stress
Tips to Fast Stress Relief
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Slideshow
RxList
Take the Panic Attacks Quiz!
What happens if I miss a dose (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if
it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra
medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at
1-800-222-1222.
What should I avoid while taking buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose,
Vanspar)?
This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if
you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
Drinking alcohol may increase certain side effects of buspirone.
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with buspirone and
lead to unwanted side effects. Discuss the use of grapefruit products
with your doctor.
What other drugs will affect buspirone (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
Taking this medicine with other drugs that make you sleepy or slow your
breathing can worsen these effects. Ask your doctor before taking
buspirone with a sleeping pill, narcotic pain medicine, muscle
relaxer, or medicine for anxiety, depression, or seizures.
Other drugs may interact with buspirone, including prescription and
over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of
your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any
medicine you start or stop using.
Where can I get more information (BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar)?
Your pharmacist can provide more information about buspirone.
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medication only for the indication prescribed.
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