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Buspar is used to treat certain anxiety disorders or to relieve the symptoms of anxiety. However, Buspar usually is not used for anxiety or tension caused by the stress of everyday life.

It is not known exactly how Buspar works to relieve the symptoms of anxiety. Buspar is thought to work by decreasing the amount and actions of a chemical known as serotonin in certain parts of the brain.

This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.

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If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Buspar while you are pregnant. It is not known if Buspar is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Buspar .

Buspar Pregnancy Warnings
Buspar has been assigned to pregnancy category B by the FDA. Animal studies failed to reveal evidence of fetal damage. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. Buspar should only be given in pregnancy when need has been clearly established.

Buspar Breastfeeding Warnings
Buspar and its metabolites are excreted into the milk of rats.

There are no data on the excretion of Buspar into human milk.

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Buspar Nervous system side effects
There is currently no evidence for withdrawal, dependence or rebound anxiety after discontinuation of buspirone.

Nervous system side effects have occurred and include dizziness, drowsiness and headache in about 10% of patients. Movement disorders such as myoclonus, oral dyskinesia, dystonia, and akathisia have been reported rarely. Extrapyramidal side effects, cogwheel rigidity, ataxia, emotional lability, serotonin syndrome, recall difficulty, parkinsonism, restlessness, and restless leg syndrome have been reported in postmarketing experience.

Buspar Gastrointestinal side effects
Gastrointestinal side effects including nausea have occurred in up to 11% of patients. Constipation, diarrhea and vomiting have also been reported.

Buspar Psychiatric side effects
Psychiatric side effects including mania, hypomania, vivid dreams, delirium, panic attack, and psychosis have been reported rarely. Dysphoria has been reported with long-term administration.

Buspar Genitourinary side effects
Genitourinary side effects such as priapism and urinary retention have been reported rarely.

Buspar Cardiovascular side effects
Cardiovascular side effects following acute administration of buspirone have included transient, non-pathologic changes in blood pressure in male psychiatric patients. Effects on blood pressure (either increases or decreases) appear to be associated with the diagnosis.

Buspar Endocrine side effects
Endocrine side effects have included elevations in plasma prolactin and cortisol.

Buspar Other side effects
An increase in appetite in some patients has been reported.

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Generic Name: buspirone

Please note – some side effects for BuSpar may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

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 when using BuSpar:
Blurred vision; dizziness; drowsiness; excitability; headache; lightheadedness; nausea.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using BuSpar:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); abnormal muscle movements; chest pain; fainting; fever; irregular heartbeat; loss of coordination; memory problems; new or worsening mental, mood, or personality changes (eg, anger, hostility, confusion, depression); seizures; suicidal thoughts or actions; unusual restlessness; vision changes.

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Buspirone is available with a prescription under the brand name BuSpar. Other brand or generic forms may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

* BuSpar 5 mg white, rounded rectangular, scored tablet
* BuSpar 10 mg white, rounded rectangular, scored tablet
* BuSpar 15 mg two joined, rounded rectangles, forming a white, scored tablet

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Before taking BuSpar, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:

* medicines to treat psychiatric disorders, such as chlorpromazine (Thorazine), haloperidol (Haldol), mesoridazine (Serentil), pimozide (Orap), or thioridazine (Mellaril);
* dexamethasone (Decadron, Hexadrol);
* erythromycin (E-Mycin, E.E.S., Ery-Tab, Erythrocin);
* itraconazole (Sporanox), ketoconazole (Nizoral);
* ritonavir (Norvir);
* rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane, Rifater);
* antibiotics such as capreomycin (Capastat), rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane, Rifater), vancomycin (Vancocin, Vancoled);
* a calcium channel blocker such as diltiazem (Tiazac, Cartia, Cardizem) or verapamil (Calan, Covera, Isoptin, Verelan); or
* seizure medication such as carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Tegretol), phenytoin (Dilantin), phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton).

If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use BuSpar, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with BuSpar. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

* feeling light-headed, fainting;
* fast or uneven heart rate;
* depressed mood, unusual thoughts or behavior; or
* lack of balance or coordination.

Less serious side effects may be more likely to occur, such as:

* drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision;
* feeling restless;
* nausea, upset stomach;
* sleep problems (insomnia); or
* trouble concentrating.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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Buspar can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert. Avoid drinking alcohol. It may increase some of the side effects caused by Buspar.

Cold or allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, or depression can add to sleepiness caused by Buspar. Tell your doctor if you regularly use any of these other medicines.

Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with Buspar and lead to potentially dangerous effects. Discuss the use of grapefruit products with your doctor. Do not increase or decrease the amount of grapefruit products in your diet without first talking to your doctor.

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Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, and stomach pain.

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Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

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