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Buspar (Buspirone) Information
Uses
Buspirone is used to relieve nervousness, anxiety and
tension.
How To Use
Take Buspar with food or milk if stomach upset
occurs. It is important to take Buspar 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 Buspar. However,
it may take 3 to 4 weeks for the full benefit of the
medication to be apparent
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.
Precautions
Before taking buspirone, tell your doctor your medical
history especially: kidney or liver disease, any drug
allergies. Limit alcohol intake as it may intensify
the dizziness and/or drowsiness effects of buspirone.
Use caution when engaging in activities requiring alertness
such as driving. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant
before using this drug. It is not known if this drug
is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms
of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, dizziness,
drowsiness, and decreased pupil size.
Notes
Do not share Buspar with others.
Missed Dose
Take any missed dose as soon as possible but not if
it is almost time for the next dose. If it is time for
the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your
regular schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose.
If more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor
or pharmacist to establish a new dosing schedule.
Storage
Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture
and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.
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