Buspirone is a medicine that is prescribed for the treatment of anxiety. This part of the eMedTV library describes buspirone in more detail, explains how it works to reduce symptoms of anxiety, and offers general dosing information for the drug.
Some of the most commonly reported side effects of buspirone include nausea, nervousness, and headache. This eMedTV segment also lists rare side effects that have been seen with the drug, as well as serious problems that require medical attention.
Buspirone is mainly used for treating anxiety, but it can be used off-label for other conditions. This eMedTV page further explains what buspirone is used for, lists common off-label buspirone uses, and discusses whether the drug is used in children.
Your healthcare provider can prescribe a buspirone dosage of up to 60 mg per day. As this eMedTV page explains, however, the recommended starting dose is 7.5 mg twice daily. Your healthcare provider will adjust your buspirone dosing only if needed.
Alcohol, diltiazem, and certain antibiotics may cause drug interactions with buspirone. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists other drugs that may cause interactions and explains what you can do to help avoid these negative drug interactions.
Before taking buspirone, let your healthcare provider know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This eMedTV article discusses other precautions and warnings with buspirone, including a list of people who should avoid taking the drug.
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