Buspar is a brand-name prescription anti-anxiety medication. It is commonly used to treat anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, and depression. It can also be used to treat schizophrenia and alcohol withdrawal.

Buspar is prescribed to treat clinically diagnosed anxiety disorders and other mental health conditions. It is not used to reduce everyday stress or anxiety. In addition, it may be prescribed in conjunction with other treatment options like therapy or lifestyle changes.

Buspar is often prescribed to treat anxiety disorder, which causes people to feel intensely and persistently worried and anxious. A person who suffers from anxiety disorder may have constant feelings of worry, difficulty concentrating, and an inability to relax. If left untreated, anxiety may eventually interfere with work or school performance, personal relationships, and other daily functions.

Buspar can also be used to treat panic disorder, characterized by the sudden onset of intense feelings of fear, usually lasting 20 to 30 minutes. It can also treat post-traumatic stress disorder, including flashbacks, nightmares, and anxiety.

Buspirone may additionally be used to treat depression and schizophrenia.

Buspar has been shown to cause some side effects. Talk to your health care provider if these mild reactions do not go away within a few days.

Common side effects reported from Buspar use include:

• Dizziness
  
• Drowsiness
  
• Headache
  
• Nausea
  
• Nervousness
  
• Excitement
  
• Lightheadedness
  
• Confusion
  
• Fatigue
  
• Insomnia
  
• Weakness
  
• Numbness
  
• Increased sweating
  
  

This is not a complete list of adverse reactions caused by Buspar. Call your doctor immediately if you experience a skin rash; hives; swelling of the eyes, face, mouth, throat, or lips; agitation; severe vomiting; blurred vision; a fast or irregular heartbeat; or uncontrollable shaking. Call your doctor immediately if you have severe muscle stiffness, twitching, seizures, hallucinations, or fever.

As with all prescription medications, be sure to inform the prescribing doctor about any medical conditions you have been previously diagnosed with and any medication/ supplements you are currently taking before taking Buspar. Buspar can interact with other forms of medication, causing potentially serious side effects. Specifically, inform your health care provider if you have or have had liver or kidney disease or a history of substance abuse. Finally, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant before starting treatment with this medication.

Buspar is commonly administered as an oral tablet (pill). The specific dosage of medication prescribed will depend on the patient's age, body weight, and the severity of the condition requiring treatment.

Do not discontinue or increase your dosage of Buspar without consulting your doctor first. Take the medication exactly as prescribed, and inform your doctor if you begin to experience any side effects while taking the medication.

Buspar is currently only available via prescription, which means a licensed health care provider must authorize the use of this drug.

Providers on Sesame can write a prescription—or refill an existing one—during a virtual or in-person visit. Depending on the medication, you can arrange for same-day pickup at a pharmacy near you. Book an online consultation with a real, licensed provider on Sesame today to determine whether or not Buspar is right for you.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your health care provider. Providers on Sesame cannot prescribe controlled substances.

Good news! If deemed clinically appropriate, providers on Sesame can write a prescription for Buspar to be picked up near you—often within the same day! Simply talk to a clinician and get your online doctor prescription or refill ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your healthcare provider.