Information about Buspirone (Generic Buspar) :


Buspirone is used for the short-term relief of anxiety symptoms. The exact mechanism of Buspirone's action is not known. Possibly, it reacts with specific chemical receptors in the brain.
It may also be administered for other conditions as determined by your physician.

You should not use Buspirone in case you are you are allergic to any ingredient in it; or you are currently taking a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor (eg, phenelzine), furazolidone, or sodium oxybate.

In such cases it is obligatory to consult with your doctor or health care provider before taking this drug.

Before using Buspirone:
Before using Buspirone you should tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions listed below: you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding a baby; you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement; you have allergies to medicines or other substances; you have a history of alcoholism or substance abuse, or have severe liver or kidney problems.

Be aware that Buspirone may interact with some medicines. Consult with your health care provider in case you are taking any other drugs, especially any of the following: rifampin because the effectiveness of Buspirone may be decreased; clozapine, diltiazem, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, ritonavir), imidazoles (eg, ketoconazole), macrolides and ketolides (eg, erythromycin, azithromycin), trazodone, or verapamil because they may increase the actions and side effects (eg, dizziness, drowsiness, or fatigue) of this medicine (your doctor may need to change your dose of Buspirone ); clozapine,MAO inhibitors (eg, phenelzine), serotonin reuptake inhibitors (eg, fluoxetine), orsodium oxybate because the actions and side effects of these medicines may be increased; furazolidone because it can cause serious, sometimes fatal, high blood pressure.

It may not be a complete list of all interactions with other drugs. To prevent any complications you should check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Buspirone:
Use Buspirone as prescribed by your physician. It is recommended to take Buspirone consistently, always with or always without food.

Do not drink grapefruit juice while taking Buspirone.

It is important to use Buspirone every day to prevent anxiety symptoms. It does not work if it is taken not regularly.

In case you miss a dose of Buspirone, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next intake, skip the missed dose and take it according to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take double doses to catch up.

Important safety information:
Buspirone should not be used within 14 days of an MAO inhibitor. If you are uncertain whether your other medications contain an MAO inhibitor, check with your health care provider.

Be careful when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities as Buspirone usage may lead to drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness. Try to avoid such activities. Alcohol and certain other medicines may increase the risk of unfavorable reactions while taking Buspirone.

Lab tests, including liver function, kidney function, and complete blood count, may be performed while you are using Buspirone. It is important to control your progress or to check for side effects. Follow all doctor and lab appointments strictly.

In case you plan pregnancy, consult with your doctor and discuss the benefits and risks of using Buspirone while pregnancy. It is not clear whether Buspirone passes into the breast milk. Avoid breast-feeding a baby while taking Buspirone.

Possible side effects of Buspirone:
You should consult with your doctor in case you have any of side effects especially bothersome listed below: anger/hostility; blurred vision; confusion; decreased concentration; depression; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; excitement; fatigue; headache; lightheadedness; nausea; nervousness; numbness; sleeplessness; stomach pain; weakness.

Seek emergency immediately in case you have any of these severe side effects: severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abnormal muscle movements; difficulty moving.

What is the expiration date of the pills?
This information is mentioned on each blister. The expiration date is 2 years from the date of manufacture.