Buspirone Uses? BusparŪ (buspirone) is an anti-anxiety medicine, used to reduce
fear, tension and anxiety associated with anxiety disorders. Buspar
affects the chemicals in your brain that may have become unbalanced
and are causing anxiety. Buspirone Directions? Take this medication with food or milk if stomach upset occurs.
It is important to take this medication exactly as prescribed. Do
not increase your dose or take more often than prescribed. Symptoms
will begin to improve within 7 to 10 days of starting this
medication. However, it may take 3 to 4 weeks for the full benefit
of the medication to be apparent. Buspirone Side Effects? This medication may cause drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness,
fatigue, weakness, vivid dreams, sleeplessness, dry skin, blurred
vision, altered sense of taste and smell, weight gain, muscle aches,
ringing in the ears, nausea, headaches. If these effects persist or
worsen, notify your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience:
abnormal movements or "twitches" of the face or neck muscles, other
involuntary movements or tremors, depression, confusion,
incoordination, chest pain, breathing difficulties. If you notice
other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Buspirone Warnings? Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Although unlikely, it is possible that
you will experience some drowsiness or dizziness at the start of
therapy with Buspar. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness,
avoid these activities. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase
drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking Buspar. Buspirone Drug Interactions? Buspar may increase the effects of other drugs that cause
drowsiness, including antidepressants, antihistamines, sedatives
(used to treat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and
muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are
taking, and do not take any prescription or over-the-counter
medicine without first talking to your doctor. Grapefruit and
grapefruit juice may interact with Buspar. The interaction could
lead to potentially adverse effects. You should discuss the use of
grapefruit and grapefruit juice with your doctor. Do not increase or
decrease the amount of grapefruit products in your diet without
first talking to your doctor. Buspirone Missed Dose? Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is
almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take
only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose
of this medication. Buspirone Storage? Store it at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children. Anything Else I Should Know About Buspirone? Buspar is an anti-anxiety medicine. Buspar affects chemicals in
your brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety. Buspar is
used to reduce fear, tension, and anxiety associated with anxiety
disorders.
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