The Top 5 Things you NEED to KNOW about Buspirone (Buspar)

[@LevelheadedMind]

www.levelheadedmind.com/contact Not sure if this medication is right for you? Contact me so we can discuss treatment options for your unique needs.

[@juliedoucet6050]

Hi does it really work for General anxiety?

[@MarvinLewis-jv5fc]

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[@chloerose1342]

I’ve been taking this for a few weeks now (after never seeing results on any SSRI or mood stabilizer)…and suddenly I feel like a kid again! suddenly realize that while life isn’t always easy, it also isn’t that serious and I’m gonna be OK. I can’t believe it actually works. This is life changing

[@kristofferpence]

Good to hear. What dose are you on? I’m starting 5mg 2x a day tomorrow

[@stormyXwrld]

I’m glad it works for you

[@GoddessSparkle21]

@@kristofferpencehow did it go? I’m getting it today.

[@Planet_Shel]

I'm happy to say I just started taking it 4 days ago 5 mg twice a day. Today is my first day of starting 4 days of 1-10 mg tablet twice a day. I don't know if it's a placebo effect but, I definitely see a difference in me now not worrying incessantly over something to where my brain won't shut up. 🎉Good luck! ​@@GoddessSparkle21

[@DEUTSCHLAND.007]

​@@kristofferpence Few months ago i started on a 5mg dose X3 a day, now I'm on a 10mg, 3x day. But I don't really need to take it 3x a day, maybe 2x or even 1x because seems to have a long acting effect. I also take Wellbutrin XL 150mg a day which enhances my dopamine and productivity but can get me kinda restless and short tempered. I take Wellbutrin and I let it kick in, then an hour or so later I take the Buspirone. it causes my mood to be more balanced without any drowsiness or sedation, I can function normally- just more chill rather than edgy. Buspirone doesn't neutralize the effect of the Wellbutrin (which I like that) it just works as a -let's say a teammate by stabilizing the release of the other medication. And it doesn't interfere with your libido, I'd say it makes you more pleasantly open more receptive to engage in intimacy without performance anxiety. Also, a couple times my son was binge drinking a lot and going through withdrawals once he stopped the drinking so he took Buspirone 30mg - every 8 hours for 2 days, and it completely got rid of the alcohol withdrawals symptoms. I think is a very underrated drug.

[@kweirmeir]

I've been dealing with GAD for years. Tried the SSRI's, they did nothing whatsoever, only negative side effects. Switched to Buspirone and its been a godsend. First couple of weeks I dealt with nausea, headaches occasionally but those have gone away and I feel amazing. Definitely life changing for me anyhow.

[@michaelthau1007]

So glad its working for you. Going to start 15mg daily. Any sleep problems from the medication? What dose are you taking? God Bless you

[@kweirmeir]

@@michaelthau1007 No sleep problems. I started at 10mg twice daily, it's worked well but I'm moving up to 10mg 3x per day to see if it's even better.

[@kweirmeir]

@@AlwaysLoveEvery1 I haven't consistently increased to 3x per day yet, but this is a good reminder. 2x has been great though.

[@stephencarlsbad]

Yep! Buspar is MAGIC! SSRIs are toxic trash. The FDA just admitted that SSRIs are useless for depression. Who give depressed patients an inhibitory drug that makes them more depressed? Depressed people need excitation (dopamine) in their brain, not inhibition.

[@michaelthau1007]

@@kweirmeir thank you Kerel! So glad your doing well. Actually starting tomorrow 7.5mg twice daily. Was worried about it messing with sleep because I suffer from chronic insomnia, but that doesn't seem a issue with anyone Thanks again

[@1134gh]

They need an extended release version

[@josephharrington6522]

I am not sure why several doctors never suggested Buspirone for me. They just kept trying various SSRIs or SNRIs. I did my own research and suggested that my doctor prescribe me Buspirone, which she was unfamiliar with. I have been on it for 2 weeks now and it's helped me incredibly with social anxiety and OCD, way more than any SSRI/SNRI. Thank you to whoever developed this miracle drug. I am unsure why this is not a first-line treatment for anxiety disorders.

[@MrGeorgewf]

Why? Because they pay Dr’s to prescribe the drug.

[@Pierre-luc-g5h]

​@@MrGeorgewf??

[@nerdbamarich2063]

Did you have any side effects of it and what is your dosage?

[@josephharrington6522]

@@nerdbamarich2063 10 mg twice a day. Mild/moderate headache when I first started it but after that no side effects

[@OKLAHOMIESKY]

​@user-gd7jd7qo6h pills are like cars the doctors depending on the company get a type of incentive for the amount they prescribed. As far as I know it's illegal to compensate with money for an incentive but there are other things they can legally do apparently.

[@Egonzal316]

Anxiety is the worst thing I've ever created.

[@adamowens5507]

What is that just too much fear ?

[@adamowens5507]

Never understood what that meant

[@LA-xg1er]

@@adamowens5507yea

[@fdoy]

Withdrawal from Benzos was horrible. Busbar has been a lifesaver after the 3 weeks of taking it.

[@LevelheadedMind]

Glad it has helped you!

[@orthodox1717]

What dosage?

[@jasongendron8309]

Did you taper off the benzos before trying buspar?

[@nakedrider0454]

Wow! I've been on Buspirone for two weeks now for anxiety. You are spot on with the time it takes to feel any improvement. I am still dealing with the dizziness side-effects but it is not severe. It also works as a sexual stimulant without the headaches induced while taking Viagra. Viagra is useless to me, nothing but headaches! This is a very informative video! Thank you!

[@tyjones06]

So it helps as a sexual Stimulant . Because sildenafil I believe is giving me headaches after.. when I wake in the morning..

[@mchammer1067]

Viagra opens up the vessels, vasodilator, that mainly hits certain receptors. Vasodialators can cause headaches nonetheless. That’s why caffeine, a vasoconstrictor helps with headaches.

[@benjaminabrahamovich4707]

Can you describe the dizziness a little better? It's one of the symptoms giving me anxiety about taking it.

[@OneWheelFloater]

Why are SSRI/SNRIs first line and Buspar is second line if Buspar is overall better tolerated and less side effects? I’ve taken every SSRI/SNRI with horrible side effects including being agitated. That being said, my doctor finally suggested Buspar and it’s worked very well for over a year.

[@MrGeorgewf]

Because Drug companies pay Drs to tout the drug.

[@Eliokd]

My question exactly!!

[@mikeypatterson7966]

Thanks! I take Buspirone for stress... Glad to know this.... I didn't know the details on how it work, so thanks.

[@manuelmelendez1600]

Do you mind sharing how many mg for stress?

[@marcomartinez7821]

I have learned a lot in this video as much as I did with the comments and testimonies.. thank you guys.. I feel like someone understands our medical condition

[@Homer19521]

I started to watch, then the bell went off & I find myself at Taco Bell. Their hot sauce always soothes my anxiety.

[@emilytoth8255]

Why is this a second line defense drug if it has so many benefits and better tolerated?

[@treefiddy2470]

Was going to ask this question

[@benandjess5073]

I have tried SSRI’s but they always make me worse QUICK! I was recommended Buspar by a friend and have had mild side effects like spaceiness in the brain, dizziness when I move quickly , and suppressed appetite (which is good in my opinion) but it did right away start helping my my anxiety. The side effects got better after 2months. The longer you take it the more stable you become. I have been taking melatonin 3-5mg at night with Buspar and have seen improvements in the depression of it. First drug to ever give me any positive effects!!!!!! 🎉

[@UnknownHumanOnline]

Hello. May I ask you did you start taking it for depression or anxiety? Or both ? And have you gone lot of other meds and have you noticed side effects similar to SSRi/SNRI's ? Thank you

[@benandjess5073]

@@UnknownHumanOnline I started taking it for both. Severe depression, PMDD and anxiety. Apparently, I have a gene that keeps me from metabolizing meds but I tolerate this very well. I have tried ALL of the well known anti depressants/anxiety meds and this is the only one that has worked. Iv tried Wellbutrin, Prozac, Paxil, and several other ones I can’t remember off the top of my head and none of them worked and/or made me worse. Diet plays a huge role in mental health also! Juicing and eating lots of fruit is when I feel my best.

[@carly1731]

Ive been taking this for 2 yrs now on 10mg. It has helped me a lot. Makes me really hungry after taking it. I wanted to get off it though.

[@JakeBgood]

Buspar has helped me in many ways with my anxiety and one thing i would say it has helped me with is making small talk with people and feeling okay with the small talk.

[@jennifermariabrocco4608]

I'm two years sober and it's my miracle drug!!!

[@tainatai.]

From alchol? It helps with that?

[@danielkammer3244]

Meth

[@jennifermariabrocco4608]

@@tainatai. from everything. All drugs lol I did it all. And alcohol. Helps with anxiety. Still a nervous wreck but it help a lot.

[@NicuDinPopor]

Isn't buprione good for abstinence, not buspirone?

[@Crow-BefriendingHermit]

Congratulations! Keep it up!

[@scorpiomoonwhatever]

I felt this the first day...im highly sensitive so I felt the med right away

[@christopherleubner6633]

Same. Immediate, as in within 2 hours night and day. ❤ hope it keeps working as my body tends to develop tolerance to most psych meds stupidly fast.

[@dillongiocondi4037]

I’m the same way. What did yall feel when you first took it?

[@Crow-BefriendingHermit]

I felt it the first day, too. It wasn't overly intense, but I felt significantly different.

[@Crow-BefriendingHermit]

​@dillongiocondi4037 I didn't have side effects, like nausea or headaches. I felt a little foggy with the first dose, but that didn't keep happening with subsequent doses. I felt calmer than I've felt in ages, but not sedated, just peaceful. That's still keeping up. It shuts down that feeling where you're anxious, and the slightest bit of stress makes you spiral into dread and misery. That's just not happening to me anymore. I get to keep a level head when things aren't going well.

[@adamowens5507]

What dose are you on ?

[@ashleyevans7497]

Great job! I’d love to see a video on Serotonin Syndrome if you haven’t already made one! Your content is BRILLIANT!

[@LevelheadedMind]

Thank you, Ashley! I just finished uploading that video today and it will be published on YT tomorrow afternoon. I hope you like it as it will have a new flare since I have a video editor on our team now!! 😀

[@amohakatiyar1556]

Will i get addicted to it? I don't want to take this all my life. I'm scared to take it.

[@allaboutstace77]

This is the most informative video I’ve seen on the subject. Thank you

[@Hdshalom]

I’m on week 2 of Buspirone. It makes me very angry with people for no good reason. I also feel depressed with it. I’m taking it for anxiety attacks due to hyperacusis.

[@LevelheadedMind]

Sounds like an adverse effect or reaction. Please let your provider know about this.

[@Phillip_higgins]

One of its side effects is nervousness. How can it treat anxiety?

[@nikkigalvez]

@@Phillip_higginsI’m wondering the same 😞

[@SaidAlSeveres]

Just switched to this a few days ago. SSR/NI didn’t do the trick. But my doc had me on Ativan for a year I finally asked to switch. Hopefully it works.

[@sarahwilliams8630]

Starting Buspar this Friday. Nervous. But.SSRIS have been absolutely terrible for me.

[@lindseyb2032]

Same today is my first day of taking it 5mg 2 times a day 🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽 wish me luck!

[@rcallday4892]

I know me too is crazy 🤪

[@IamFrancoisDillinger]

How has it been? Did Buspar work for you?

[@headbangerministries]

Well, here goes... 5mg tab day, 5mg tab at night. Ive been dealing with lots amd lots of worry, stress, panic like fear, about to be homeless, 57yrs old, scared, and know Im not in good mental shape.

[@nachocheesebrain2461]

how you feel?

[@christopherleubner6633]

How is it at the one month mark. This stuff seems like magic. Took my first dose today, and the effect was immediate, kicked in in about an hour or so. 😮 Was a bit different compared with a SSRI, a benzo, or arapiprazole. My fingers are crossed.❤

[@abidshiek]

​@@christopherleubner6633 How many mg did you take,and how much times day you take it a day,

[@saraygcanelo5117]

@@christopherleubner6633how have you been doing with this med? I was prescribed 5mg twice a day and I can’t get myself to take it I’m afraid.

[@christinalittle3708]

I hope you feel better and are safe ❤

[@tommeadows-ie2xb]

This video is really impressive and incredibly thorough. I did try Buspar once and felt pretty sick, probably should have given it more time.

[@tonyhardy8097]

When having panic attacks and debilitating anxiety you need a medication that works right away, not something that even in Medical Journals says this medication "Might help" with Anxiety but can take 2-12 weeks before I might work. It's like having a medication that will stop a heart attack instantly but doctors refused to prescribe it so they prescribe you a different medication that could take 2-12 weeks to stop the heart attack you are having at that exact moment

[@LevelheadedMind]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Yes, short acting medications like benzos have there place when used short term. Buspar is a safer long-term option.

[@EphesianRose]

Hydroxizine seems to be the best immediate onset alternative. However it has unpleasant side effects.

[@ilsenzanome5131]

Benzos are famous for the damage they often cause to people. Addiction, horrible whitdrawal, cognitive impairment and akathisia.

[@christieleigh7728]

@@EphesianRose Hello 👋 What side effects have you experienced? It puts me straight to sleep so I guess I’m not anxious because I’m asleep..

[@HowlingWo1f]

It is true it’s not something that works instantly, But it’s something You take every day and within time you’ll notice You have a lot less anxiety To a point where you may no longer need benzos, At least that’s the case with me. It’s a long time treatment plan.

[@yosif8235]

I love it. Well spoken. Buspar (Buspirone) is not fast to work. At all. The only thing that came quickly was my fixing my sexual disfuction. If you give it time this drug will clear your mind because half the brain fogs come from an overload of unnecessary anxiety. If you see that some studies in Japan claim it's as good as Ritalin after time mainly cause the anxiety doesn't get in the way. However it can also not work and also if you go into mania or start craving the opposite sex of any kind it's a red flag for bipolar disorder. It's all trial and error and it's your job as a patient to be brutally honest with your doctor and nurse. Tell them everything even if it's embarrassing and tell them why this or that is so frustrating to work with and uncomfortable side effects. I appreciate the knowledge and your editing is getting much better. Some drugs work miracles. Some drugs cause other problems. In the end you are just getting one step closer to being a better you. Keep going and it will pay off. I realized substances like alcohol or illicit drugs was never the problem. The mind is. Once you get a hold of the right medicine to keep your mind balanced I promise the bad habits will be like kindergarten. A thing in the past you cannot relate to anymore.

[@LevelheadedMind]

Thank you Yosif! You have a lot of knowledge on this medication I appreciate you sharing with us.

[@1happyma]

Does Buspar help schitxoaffective disorder or bipolar

[@farahnadia-bk8th]

Is buspar safe for someone who have dysautonomia and autoimmune diseases?

[@lindamastropietro4429]

Buspar made me very sick with anxiety and I already have PTSD and anxiety disorder

[@SherryBowie-j4m]

Same with me.😢

[@marcosresende7293]

Great and highly informative video. Thank you.

[@emilybradley3907]

i was prescribed this while getting off of venlafaxine. i’ve had such a bad experience with venlafaxine that i’m scared to try my buspar. i just don’t know how much more i can take with these side effects

[@courttt_xo]

I started Buspirone in July after my therapist has suggested an anti depressant for years but I’ve always been terrified of taking anything. My anxiety got really bad this spring and I felt I had no choice but to go on something. Buspirone has helped me a lot. I had previously been on adderall and came off that cold turkey due to a major panic attack. I still get weird about taking Buspirone but that’s my own issue, I even get weird w vitamins. I say try it, if I can do it I promise you can too.

[@biancaburgess]

@@courttt_xo I totally get that way with vitamins too! This has helped ease my anxiety a bit about taking my buspar, thank you ❤

[@CelestialTrailblazer]

@@courttt_xo Do experience any shortness of breath due to anxiety ? If yes, how would you describe your shortness of breath ?

[@nerdbamarich2063]

What was your experience with venlafaxine?

[@pierce7618]

I'm having lots of balance issues I've been taking this medication for ove of 5 years can somebody please help me

[@walterjones404]

We dropped ssri due to side effects, so my dr has me on Buspar during the day and mirtazapine at night. I feel great with that combo. Do you know of any real problems with mirtazapine? I’ve read about cholesterol and lower wbc but so far my numbers have been fine and mirtazapine works great for me with sleep and an extra oomph for anxiety depression on top of Buspar. Oh and great videos and information. You really know your stuff

[@LevelheadedMind]

Thank you. Mirtazepine can be great for both depression and anxiety, even better for sleep. It can increase cholesterol and appetite, so just keep monitoring your weight and labs. If you see an upwards trend, consider switching treatment.

[@tyrel-fg7zf]

​@@LevelheadedMindValium is better❤❤

[@kristinaluster]

I’m on the same combo ! You still tsking both?!

[@Mansmatters]

Great video, very informative

[@carlsmith1747]

Buspar seems to have a lot less side effects than the ssri snri meds. The benzos work the best on anxiety with no side effects unless you get addicted and withdraw too fast, but drs seem to not want to prescribe it even for those that don’t abuse it

[@garysimone4977]

Benzos are a tough option. You get addicted so fast and long term ya may have interdose WD

[@trondeaf]

Same . Benzos have been the only thing that works for me with gad and stress , but like you said docs are reluctant to write it and ive never abused benzos because i actually take them for anxiety and to be comfortable in public not to get high

[@trondeaf]

@@EphesianRose i was on ativan , klonopin and xanax at different times . I would rate ativan the best then klonopin and xanax last

[@TheMoistBanana]

Sounds like you grew dependent on benzos

[@soludave]

Prolonged use of Benzos will lead to dependence. So, Drs avoid prescribing it except otherwise necessary.

[@shellym.4335]

Does this tend to help irritability

[@jhambrick27]

I am a PMHNP student and these videos are beyond helpful. Thank you so very much!! Would it be possible to get one of these videos on Trintellix?

[@LevelheadedMind]

I am so glad you find these videos helpful. My next video is on Trintellix, I'm editing it today. It will be published by Monday afternoon.

[@vitorfernandes6747]

​@@LevelheadedMind im on trintellix and buspar can i have drink once in a whilw?

[@jeffzest8393]

Could you please do a video on Gabapentin for anxiety and also its role in replacing the GABA lost in benzodiazepine withdrawal to make the tapering easier snd potentially faster? Surprised have not done as many psychiatrist prescribe for that purpose.

[@timothyayers8596]

Gabapentin has no effect on GABA. It’s name has gaba in it because it’s structurally similar. However it works on voltage gated ion channels. It has very limited effects on benzodiazepine withdrawal but it may be useful in preventing seizures.

[@hetnifaambermusic1739]

Horrible withdrawals

[@dq2623]

I’m on Prozac 20mg doctor prescribed me buspar do you think that’s safe as you mention flouxatine has interaction . I’m wondering if my psychiatrist knows what she’s doing 🤷‍♂️

[@Deborah-g3i]

Just started on it not even a week yet, while in the hospital i asked about anxiety med the Dr put on this med i hope it's the right one😮

[@jayvillzTV]

How are you feeling now?

[@insightandintuition276]

I keep wondering if it’s better to turn into things like Sam E or other natural choices🤷‍♀️

[@phsycoyella3891]

Beautiful message... thanks so much !!!

[@ronalduphoff4591]

Excellent video, very informative. Any thoughts on Vilazodone? I know that has some of the serotonergic agonist properties like Buspar. I've been on that (40mg) for a few weeks now.

[@TakaiDesu]

Vídeo about serotonin symdrom pls! Combo of buspirone and pamelor here

[@LevelheadedMind]

Here is the video I made on serotonin syndrome kzbin.info/www/bejne/opmxiZR9lNCisKc

[@Elizbethhhh]

It’s my first time asking for medication and I’m nervous I don’t really want to waste my time and try SSRI/SNRI could I just be prescribed buspirone

[@LevelheadedMind]

Yes, some patients do fine with just this medication. Talk to your doctor about it.

[@Bellshellie]

Does BusPar affect the kidneys?

[@kevinbrooks9074]

I'm no longer afraid to say extremely hateful things now!

[@RayTheomo]

😂

[@1982mattd]

😂

[@jaym7932]

😂

[@KB-rm6pt]

😂

[@jeffzest8393]

Can you take with Gabapentin to assist in benzodiazepine tapering? If not, which is more effective? Thsnks.

[@garysimone4977]

Gabbabentine does not help benzo WD

[@jeffzest8393]

@@garysimone4977 Several peer reviewed controlled studies say it does, which makes sense as it increases GABA and has been shown effective in treating alcoholism. Was it not successful for you? If tried, what dosage did you take and for how long?

[@timothyayers8596]

gabapentin works on voltage gated ion channels and not gaba. It got its name because it’s a gabapentinoid structurally.

[@savannahjackson2684]

This was really helpful. Thank you

[@JakeThesnake-k1n]

Buspar started working for me 40 minutes after the first time I took it. I started to feel loopy and was laughing. Then, massive headache and nausea.

[@johnbecker7014]

Very comprehensive overview. Thanks

[@LevelheadedMind]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@kannn777]

I start this med tomorrow I’m on pristiq and also instant release adderal (bc XR was just toooooo up n down for me so I take 2 5mg pills per day) will this be too much serotonin for me? And I sure can’t afford to gain weight after being house bound w extreme anxiety n chronic fatigue for 2 years

[@LevelheadedMind]

It will be hard to say for sure since different people will respond differently to these medications. In my video on serotonin syndrome I discuss the signs and symptoms to watch out for, so just be aware that you are at an increased risk of serotonin syndrome and watch for potential symptoms. Keep in mind though that because Buspar is a serotonin stabilizer it can actually turn down the extra serotonin in certain areas of the brain, so risk is minimal.

[@raulleitao8865]

Hi doctor! Can I take pristiq with buspirone? I started today with buspirone 10 mg. Shall I have to take it twice a day, for example 2 tablets of 5 mg, or is better one tablet of 10 mg daily? My starting dosage is 10 mg, when do I have to increase it? Or how I know that I have to increase the dosage? Thanks 😊

[@LevelheadedMind]

These are questions to ask your provider. Buspar is best taken at least twice a day. Get clarification on dosing and when to increase, etc. From your provider.

[@ruthhoward8569]

My physchiatrist keeps wanting to put me on meds that do not work for me at all

[@AlwaysLoveEvery1]

Would this help with ptsd?

[@jeffzest8393]

Huh? SSRI’s often increase anxiety, particularly at first. Plus, they have sexual side effects in a large majority of people.

[@jeffzest8393]

My doctor only prescribed 300 mg a day for first week, then up to ten mg a day. Is that insufficient as below therapeutic dose here.

[@MSKING-et8qu]

Can I drink bedtime tea while taking Buspirone? If so how far apart from taking the medicine?

[@graciousgrace7509]

Why isn't this the first line of treatment?

[@LevelheadedMind]

More research on SSRIS for anxiety.

[@graciousgrace7509]

@@LevelheadedMind hmm okay

[@marcomartinez7821]

I’m on my 3rd day on buspar after my doctor switched from clonazepam to buspar., I was gonna drop it but after watching this video it gave the courage to continue talking it since my body it’s so used to clonazepam I’m suffering cold turkey 😢

[@LevelheadedMind]

I'm sorry to hear you are suffering. Try some amino acid supplements or bone broth to help support your neurotransmitters during withdrawal.

[@orthodox1717]

Did it end up helping?

[@IvanJohnson-w2k]

That's cruel to just cut off the benzo and replace it with this it won't do anything about the withdrawals became these drugs work on 2 completely different systems

[@willman100]

Great video. I have a question. I’ve read some literature, stating that buspirone increases cortisol. My understanding is that high level are cortisol can cause anxiety since it is a stress hormone. How does that work then ? Thanks.

[@Shockberta26]

I tried SSRIs for GAD and OCD and it made my GAD worse. Buspar works much better

[@right..5651]

I tried many ssri too and cant aeem ti break free from OCD.. Which medication helped with your OCD? Does Buspar also work on your OCD?

[@janetslater129]

Yes. Please. I was just prescribed Buspurione as a secondary medication to my Zoloft, and that is my biggest fear. I'm on 5mg twice a day.

[@abrothers5178]

Same here

[@abrothers5178]

How that went for you?

[@janetslater129]

@@abrothers5178 Seems fine.

[@irfanullah7716]

Question: I have been using Escitalopram for the last one year for panic attacks and anxiety. It was effective and then it stopped working. Now I am getting panic attacks again. I have started Buspirone but I am worried as I am also using propanolol and Alprazolam previously. Can I use Buspirone alongside propanolol? And how to use aplezolam now as I am habitual to it at night?

[@outdoorsman8498]

My Doctor prescribed it as a as needed. Only basis does this sound correct?

[@Mockduck2020]

She said several times it takes time to work so your doctor sounds uninformed.

[@SuperOmegaAlphaMan]

In my experience, buspirone did very little to help with my severe GAD, even at the maximum dose. Of course, your mileage may very. I have a friend on buspirone who does pretty well, but his anxiety is much less severe than mine. So far, the only meds that really work are SSRIs like Lexapro. I also found the combo of the two to do nothing to combat the sexual side effects of Lexapro. Again, your mileage may vary. Stay away from the benzos as much as possible though.

[@Xantanic]

I deal with Severe Anxiety as well I was bed ridden for months until I went to the doctor and got prescribed buspirone it helped my anxiety for 3 years but I stopped taking it and two weeks ago it came back but I need to go to back and get another prescription for it cause after you stop taking it you think you’re fine until the anxiety comes back

[@CelestialTrailblazer]

@@Xantanic Do experience any shortness of breath due to anxiety ? If yes, how would you describe your shortness of breath ?

[@graciousgrace7509]

@@Xantanic how long before symptoms came back?

[@Xantanic]

@@CelestialTrailblazer yes very common

[@Xantanic]

@@graciousgrace7509 3 years

[@insightandintuition276]

My doctor told me to take this med “as needed“? Givin, it takes two weeks to work. I don’t get his logic.🤷‍♀️

[@terrimedley8795]

I was just put on buspirone 5 mg twice a day along with zoloft and serquil. How are all thoes medications together.

[@LevelheadedMind]

You will have to watch out for serotonin syndrome which I discuss in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/opmxiZR9lNCisKc

[@tatyavila3671]

Me too but I’m scared to have to have withdrawal symptoms

[@2buxaslice]

I'm on Venlafaxine and I told my doctor that it mostly works but I still have a couple of days a week where I'm really anxious. She didn't want to give me Xanax or any Benzo's so she prescribed me Buspirone and told me to just take it when needed. It's a really low dose 5mg, but she didn't say that I need to take this everyday for it to work. Is this going to be helpful as a take when needed drug for anxiety? I'm confused as to why my PCP would tell me to take it when needed when everywhere else seems to say you have to take it for a few weeks for it to work.

[@LevelheadedMind]

Most PCPs prescribe it this way, because they don't have training in psychiatry. For Buspirone to be effective it must be taken daily and at least twice a day.

[@garysimone4977]

@@Amy-ms6wj fyi....if ya still or need a provider this lady is awsome, she is my provider and I can't say enough about her. SHE IS AWSOME

[@waynewilliams4552]

Hi I do not agree with going benzodiazepines a bad drug for anxiety alone. Serotonin reuptake inhibitors take forever to work. I personally can't tolerate them at all tried many. They have to be withdrawn slowly otherwise you have withdrawals worse then the benzodiazepine in my opinion. They gave me Seroquel which was like having a frontal lobotomy. And therefore benzodiazepines had the least debilitating effects all the way around.

[@Jacob-lg7gz]

I was thinking the same thing. I was told I can take it right away and should get relief right away but it will get even better over time. I only got 5mg to take 2 times daily. I’m really hoping it at least does something right away.

[@q95oldies57]

I've been on Buspar for about 8 months. Can't really say it has done much, except lightheaded, and very sleepy during the day.

[@GoFarFarAway.]

Can it be used with Buspar? I am on both and I don't think both works as they say it should, still anxious.

[@muhammadabdullah-sy1bz]

SSRI always caused me dirreah and never tolerated well after taking it for some time. Venlafaxine SNRI also caused dirreah. Deloxitine has been good for 3 years but have got low HDL colestrol ,HIGH LDL ,liver ALP high and always have the legs pain when i do jogging or running with 60 mg Deloxitine but with 30 mg pain reduced so thinking of taking gabapentin for reducing anxiety and nerve pain?

[@jeffzest8393]

Effect on dopamine? Does that mean increase or decrease?!

[@LevelheadedMind]

Increase

[@jenniferlee9029]

Does ambien decrease the effectiveness of busiprone? Thanks ❤

[@lindamastropietro4429]

Since I’ve been taking boost bar, my anxiety seems to be far worse, but I have to say the depression is gone

[@Nutin2C]

Can buspar and or lexapro cause ringing in the ears??

[@LevelheadedMind]

Yes, rare but it can happen. Benzos can do that more commonly though.

[@lindseyb2032]

Please can you make a serotonin syndrome video ? I had no idea what it was until it happened thank you for sharing this

[@LevelheadedMind]

I do have a serotonin syndrome video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/opmxiZR9lNCisKc

[@PinkDragon343]

What happened if you don’t mind me asking I’m afraid of taking my medication because I don’t want to die lol they have me on this and escritalopram 😢

[@pieterkern6742]

I am taking loperamide 2mg 2 to 3 times a day which is also metabolized via the CYP3A4. Can I still take this medicine?

[@LevelheadedMind]

No interaction exists. They can both be metabolized by the same pathway. It's when one is an inhibitor or inducer of the pathway where you run into problems.

[@juanesparza5105]

Question. would i be able to use 50mg of trazodone with 10mg X3 of buspirone together? i keep reading that it can cause serotonin syndrome but how much of a risk am i at the amount i am taking in?

[@LevelheadedMind]

Buspirone beign a partial serotonin agonist has decreased risk of serotonin syndrome. Just be aware if the symptoms and monitor for them.

[@c7isos]

If you have epilepsy should you take busiprone ? I take keppra and wasn’t sure if I could take keppra with it but my doctor did prescribe it so she would know right ?

[@LevelheadedMind]

As long as your seizures are controlled with Keppra should be fine, but their is a low risk of seizures on this medication, so may need increase in Keppra if seizures start. Definitely something to discuss with your provider.

[@anonanonymous1970]

Also, my provider said to take Buspar sporadically but you're saying it only work cumulatively.

[@LevelheadedMind]

Unfortunately, that is a misconception... typically among non mental health providers. Buspar does not work when taken as needed, it must be taken at least twice a day regularly for it to work. Perhaps I should do a video to clarify this.

[@anonanonymous1970]

@@LevelheadedMind Can you point to a study or other documentation saying this - that I can show to my provider?

[@vincentolivieri4468]

Question, im orientating for a anxiety med. Tried cbt emdr which helped but not enough.. im agoraphobic. I was able to quit smoking sigarettes so im confident i can quit additive meds, but rather not. Zoloft or buspar? I read good reviews om both. I just wanna do normal things again. go back to work, go on holiday. I miss it.. not the work but the money 😂

[@PinkDragon343]

I have scoliosis… can I still use cannabis to treat my pain on this ?

[@TheFlyingsky]

How can I switch from Prozac to this? What's the process? My anxiety and depression are not mild. Anxiety I have is quite severe.

[@jasongendron8309]

Can buspirone help when prescribed during a benzodiazepine taper?

[@LevelheadedMind]

For some people, yes. However, it is good to look at the entire clinical picture before resorting to adding psychotropic medications that may cause harm. Check labs, genetic factors, nutrition, and lifestyle. Modify those first!

[@ImanE-b2i]

Doest it make acid reflux worst or better? Anyone knows!

[@andersonfernandesmartins7784]

I had huge problems with it. I have gerd.

[@ImanE-b2i]

@@andersonfernandesmartins7784I’m taking now for GERD. My GI prescribed it for me. Are u on PPI?

[@RJ-2skies]

Can you take methylphenidate, guanfacine, and buspar together?

[@LevelheadedMind]

Look it up on a drug interaction tracker like Web MD has. At first glance, I'd say high risk for serotonin syndrome.

[@LondAbElli]

If you are taking this, can you take NSAID’s? Tylenol, Aleve, and Ibuprofen.

[@LevelheadedMind]

You can, but if you take NSAIDs regularly it will increase your risk for bleeding.

[@r.w3056]

Can you take buspirone with Lexapro?

[@LevelheadedMind]

Yes.

[@shahbaazkhan2208]

I got erectile dysfunction caused by paroxetine and clomipramine...now i stopped them even though after stopping i have Erectile dysfunction....can buspirone solves my erectile dysfunction?

[@drewgodderis5390]

Thank you dear I appreciate❤

[@kenfrievalt7826]

Is it ok to drive a bus while on busperone?

[@mattmilby2730]

Electric shocks last for about 2 hours after 10 mg dose( 30 minute’s after swallowing ) 4 days in to starting this Should I stop taking Does this sound normal Any help

[@michelefein2166]

I have been taking buspar for ten years . Does not work so well anymore😢

[@danielstonemusic94]

What's the real difference in trazodone and buspar??? As far as what they treat and how? Which is best for anxiety?

[@LevelheadedMind]

Two completely different medications. Trazodone is an antidepressant often used to help insomnia. Buspar is an anxiolytic used for anxiety.

[@danielstonemusic94]

@@LevelheadedMind I know they're so much different but like chemically and how it reacts on what different receptors? Things of that nature if that made sense 😅 lol

[@jimmonade]

I wish Buspar was made in an extended release form.

[@LevelheadedMind]

Yes, extended release would be more convenient! Thanks for becoming a member, I truly appreciate it 🙏.

[@Abn713-bd2ot]

I just started buspirone my first dose of 5mg i also have Lexapro but I don't know i should take dat one too while im taking buspirone

[@marie.s9995]

Great video! New subscriber here 👋

[@LevelheadedMind]

Thank you and welcome to the Levelheaded Mind group!

[@jenniferlee9029]

Can I take this with immitrex?

[@esthersullivan1009]

If have history of gastrtis or GERD not to take it. My doctor prescribe that med and it feels like its ripping my guts.

[@andersonfernandesmartins7784]

Yeah. I had the same feeling. It felt like my stomach and esophagus were burning. My throat is completely burnt.