Key facts about Buspirone
What dosages is Buspirone available in?
Buspirone is available as a 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, and 30 mg oral tablet.
What is Buspirone used for?
Buspirone is for antianxiety medication used for anxiety. It is not
chemically or pharmacologically related to the benzodiazepines, barbiturates, or other sedative/anxiolytic drugs.
How does Buspirone work?
Buspirone is an antianxiety medication. It’s unclear how Buspirone works, but it seems to affect chemicals in the brain that control mood and anxiety.
How do I take Buspirone?
Buspirone is typically taken by mouth twice daily up to a maximum dose of 60 mg/day.
Is it safe for me to take Buspirone?
Buspirone is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
Buspirone Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Buspirone include:
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Headache
- Nervousness
- Feeling tired
- Dry mouth
- Trouble sleeping
- Lightheadedness
Buspirone Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Buspirone. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following. Serotonin syndrome: fast heart rate, fever, dizziness, sweating, shakiness, muscle stiffness, uncoordinated movement, seizures, hallucinations, coma
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Buspirone
The following medications may interact with Buspirone:
- MAO inhibitors – It is recommended that Buspirone not be used concomitantly with MAO inhibitors
- Haloperidol – In a study in normal volunteers, concomitant administration of Buspirone and haloperidol resulted in increased serum haloperidol concentrations
- Substances that inhibit CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole or ritonavir, may inhibit Buspirone metabolism and increase plasma concentrations of Buspirone while substances that induce CYP3A4, such asdexamethasone or certain anticonvulsants (phenytoin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine), may increase the rate of Buspirone metabolism
Who makes Buspirone?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Buspirone safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Buspirone will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while receiving Buspirone, talk to your healthcare provider.
