BUSPIRONE

Overview

BUSPIRONE is a Schedule X drug.
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.

Usage

BUSPIRONE is generally used to treat: Anxiety, Headache, Tension
BUSPIRONE can address symptoms like: Fearful, Dizziness, Pounding Heart (pulse)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

BUSPIRONE is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • This medication may decrease alertness and coordination. Do not drive a car or operate dangerous machinery while taking this medication.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver disease or history of alcohol or drug abuse, preceding co-administration with MAOIs, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • Before taking buspirone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
  • This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medication, consult your doctor if you have: kidney problems, liver problems.
  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of bipolar disorder (manic-depression), Parkinson’s disease.
  • If you are taking other medications for anxiety, do not suddenly stop them unless directed by your doctor. Buspirone will not prevent withdrawal symptoms from other medications, and your dose may need to be lowered slowly when you switch to buspirone.
  • During pregnancy, this medication should only be used when clearly needed. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. However, similar drugs pass into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BUSPIRONE over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Drowsiness, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Eyes Small (constricted) Pupils

Rare Side-Effects

BUSPIRONE : Hives, Depression, Skin Rash, Chest Pain, Confusion, Pounding Heart (pulse), Fever, Loss Of Coordination, Depressed Mood, Weakness (generalized), Hands Numbness, Feet Numbness, Hands Tingling, Feet Tingling, Throat Soreness

Disease Interactions

BUSPIRONE can interfere with: Depression, Acute Kidney Failure, Acute Liver Failure, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

BUSPIRONE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANXIOLYTICS, SEDATIVES AND HYPNOTICS / ANXIOLYTICS, SEDATIVES, AND HYPNOTICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with BUSPIRONE as Ingredient

BUSCALM 10MG TABBUSPIRONE 10.0 MG
BUSCALM 5MG TABBUSPIRONE 5.0 MG
BUSCALM FORTE 10MG TABBUSPIRONE 10.0 MG
BUSIRON 10MG TABBUSPIRONE 10.0 MG
BUSPAR TABBUSPIRONE 15 MG
BUSPIN 10MG TABBUSPIRONE 10 MG
BUSPIN 5MG TABBUSPIRONE 5 MG
SUPIRON B 10MG TABBUSPIRONE 10.0 MG
SUPIRON B 5MG TABBUSPIRONE 5.0 MG
TAMSPAR 10MG TABBUSPIRONE 10.0 MG
TAMSPAR 5MG TABBUSPIRONE 5.0 MG