Buspirone User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Anonymous
• November 24, 2012

Buspirone for Anxiety "I developed generalized anxiety disorder seemingly out of nowhere after taking prednisone for an infection, and for three months felt like I could barely function. The physical and mental symptoms were so all-encompassing. My docs suggested Lexapro but I wasn't depressed, just anxious. I did some internet research on my own and asked that they try me on Buspar instead. SO GLAD I did. I've been on it for six years now and I feel totally normal, like I used to before the anxiety set in. I've never noticed any side effects to speak of, besides the weird flushed dizziness when I first started taking it, which went away after a couple of weeks. On 22.5 mg per day but I miss doses all the time, to very little effect. Amazing med."

• Kel...
• June 4, 2016

Buspirone for Anxiety "I've been taking BuSpar for a year. I feel like I can manage my life better when I'm on it. I can cope so much better with my life's stressors, especially the ones related to taking care of my daughter, who has autism. I used to get overwhelmed easily. With BuSpar, I am more patient, not explosive or impulsive. Also, I used to have so many negative or catastrophic automatic thoughts all the time. On BuSpar, I rarely have them. BuSpar has worked great for me."

• Per...
• July 8, 2017

For Sexual Dysfunction, SSRI Induced "Wow. This drug really restored my ability to have an orgasm. I have been complaining about Lexapro destroying my sex drive to my doctor since I started Lexapro. It was getting to the point where I had to choose between a sex life and my sanity. Unfortunately, my doctor didn't do anything about it. I was the one who had to ask if I could take Buspirone, after internet research. Lexapro reduced my social and generalized anxiety by, I would say, 80%. Buspirone restored my ability to have an orgasm, and also seems to be reducing my anxiety even further. I know everyone reacts differently to these medications, but if you are having these issues, I would give this a try."

• Sie...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 25, 2016

Buspirone for Anxiety "Diagnosed with general anxiety disorder. Would have obsessive thoughts non-stop, losing sleep sometimes. Started taking BuSpar 5mg twice a day. Hands felt tingling and head a little cloudy but no other real side effect. Increased up to 10mg. Immediately saw improvement, no more obsessive thoughts that would normally slow me down at my work. Been on it for almost a year now and have no side effects."

• it...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 5, 2023

Buspirone for Anxiety "I decided to stop smoking weed/cigarettes and drinking, so I became extremely anxious and intrusive thoughts were killing me. Everything was so bad that I had to stop working for 2 months and honestly thought that I was never going to get better. I tried citalopram and it didn't really help. Then my doctor told me about BuSpar, and I've been taking it for about 3 weeks. For the first 15 days, I was taking 5mg twice a day, and it was helping. After 2 weeks, my doctor increased my dose to 10mg twice a day. Now, I can say that I am going back to being myself. It really works, just stick with it and don't worry too much about side effects because they are very minimal. You got this!!!"

• Blu...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 28, 2024

Buspirone for Anxiety "This medicine changed my life. I went from a homebound 28-year-old with no job, no life, and chronic, crippling anxiety that caused me to have rage attacks to someone with TWO fulfilling jobs and an extremely happy life. I never panic anymore and can't remember the last time I irrationally yelled at anyone. If you have severe rage and anxiety and nothing has ever worked, try BuSpar."

• Lif...
• April 11, 2010

Buspirone for Anxiety "I have been taking BuSpar for 8 plus years. I still have some side effects of dizziness if taken on an empty stomach and coffee, but I think that is asking for trouble. I can honestly say it saved my marriage and family life. High-stressed medical position always being on call which increased my anxiety. Anxiety was at such a level that no one could stand to be around me. I take 10mg once in the morning, which lowers my anxiety to a tolerable level for the day. When I feel extra stress coming on, I take 10mg in the morning and 10mg at night. It does not work for everyone, as many have mentioned, but it has given me a second wind to enjoy life to the fullest."

• Anonymous
• September 21, 2011

Buspirone for Panic Disorder "This medicine is saving my life! After 20 years of suffering with panic disorder, I finally feel free. I have had zero side effects, do not be hesitant to take this medication. It will change your life!"

• Tim...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 4, 2020

For Anxiety "This medication buspirone was recommended to me for anxiety after taking Lamictal for around 6 months. During that time my depression got better but anxiety got worse. To combat this, my doctor put me on 10mg twice a day. Unfortunately, my anxiety appears to have gotten even worse, and the side effects have been terrible even after 2 months. Sensations of dizziness, headache, disorientation, and disassociation occurred daily. Almost always twice a day, but sometimes up to 4 times lasting 30-45 minutes but at most 2 hours. Abdominal pains, loss of appetite also. Physiological panic attacks have occurred daily as well. I don't act anxious but my body is seething. Heart rate, heated flushedness, agitation, fear, uncontrollable inner narrative, etc. I feel awful on it and fear after quarantine this side effects will be detrimental for my job in commercial electric work with large machinery and power tools."

• Har...
• June 19, 2019

Buspirone for Anxiety "I have been on BuSpar for over a month now. 5mg x2 daily. I was on BuSpar several years ago and stopped because I didn't feel I needed it anymore, that was a mistake. I suffer from GAD which was destroying my life: racing thoughts, stomach problems, constant fear, and panic. This medication is not a Benzo, so don't expect immediate results. For me, it took approximately 2 weeks before I really started to feel the effects. This drug is not an SSRI, and it hasn't caused any sexual problems for me as some SSRIs are known to do. The side effects I have experienced are flushing and dizziness, however, they subside about an hour after taking. BuSpar does have a fairly short half-life, and I can feel the effects diminish after about 4 hours. I'm also on Valium 2mg (10 per month) as needed when my anxiety becomes elevated, but while on BuSpar, I haven't really had a need for the Valium, but I'm glad I have it just in case. I would recommend this medication for anyone suffering from panic attacks/GAD. Don't give up!"

• Dud...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 1, 2023

Buspirone for Anxiety "Let me keep this nice and simple. Diagnosed with ADHD at a young age, ultimately came to the conclusion that this was really anxiety all along. Turns out they aren’t so different, food for thought. Anyway, I got sick of living with it. Anxiety manifested in my body. I had severe cramps in my left rib cage, pain in my back, intrusive thoughts, no focus, and paranoia. I broke down and gave this a try. Night one, had a pretty vivid 'someone’s out to get me nightmare.' After that, it was all good. Love this stuff. Don’t question it. Just go for it."

• Sea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 10, 2019

Buspirone for Panic Disorder "This medicine Buspar is a lifesaver for me. Recently, I am experiencing anxiety and a serious panic attack. My PCP prescribed me 7.5mg of this med, not the brand though. After a couple of days, I am feeling much better. This medicine does not make me sleepy or zombie. I am functionally normal throughout the day and I could focus on solving the problem than worry about the problem. Thanks to BuSpar."

• Yaz...
• June 17, 2016

Buspirone for Anxiety "I had depression for years, and in the last 8 months, that turned into anxiety. It gave severe shoulder and abdominal pain, sweaty palms, and a pounding heart. It ruined my career and my social life, affecting my decision-making. Finally, after trying to fight it without using medication, I had to go see a doctor because I couldn't take it anymore. The doctor gave me buspirone and recommended 3x 5mg a day. I started with 1 5mg every 24 hours, and I can tell a difference. I am calm and sleep better. The physical pain is almost gone, which I assume was happening due to the surge of my stress hormones that are now under control. It has been 3 days of peace and quiet, and I hope it stays this way."

• me ...
• October 23, 2016

Buspirone for Anxiety "Before starting buspirone, I read some awful reviews on it which made me not want to take it. I am now glad that I did start taking it as I've had zero side effects, and it is slowly making me feel a little more human."

• abe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 5, 2021

For Sexual Dysfunction, SSRI Induced "So I tried Lexapro last year for 3 months or so and it completely got rid of my sex drive and ability to orgasm. It took the edge off my anxiety but the effects weren't THAT mind-blowing, it wasn't worth the side effects. Recently, my anxiety started flaring up pretty bad, so I talked to my doctor who suggested I try Buspar. I haven't been on it long enough to really know if it's going to help the anxiety because it comes and goes, but I can say after a week that it DOES increase libido. I noticed I had the desire nightly (usually it's 1-2 times a week) so I looked it up and found this forum of similar accounts! I'm like, what if this is the answer to my problems... it helps with anxiety AND will help me match my husband's drive haha. I'm a believer!"

• Sab...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 3, 2024

Buspirone for Anxiety "This has literally been my miracle drug, it's made my anxiety almost disappear, and I've had no side effects either. I tried Hydroxyzine, and it did nothing but knock me out. I also tried Amitriptyline, and it did nothing. But when I tried BuSpar, after a week or so, it was like I finally felt okay and calm. I've gotten my appetite back, my physical symptoms went away, I can think clearly, it's just all around a great drug, at least in my experience."

• Yin...
• September 17, 2008

Buspirone for Anxiety "After trying to treat my anxiety and panic attacks for years with SSRIs and benzodiazepines, this finally works. I take 3 x 5 mg and started to experience a significant decrease in anxiety and compulsive thoughts, after only 4 days. So far I am happy with BuSpar. No side effects whatsoever."

• Whi...
• November 26, 2013

Buspirone for Anxiety "This replaced benzodiazepines and sleeping pills, gives better rest, improved sex drive, decidedly improved social life. I'm 46m, prescribed 15mg x2 daily. Others noted the improvements first. I had no untoward side effects other than dry mouth and a few lingering panic attacks per month easily handled by low dose Xanax 0.5 mg. Various SSRIs along the way didn't help with depression this much. 5 years running. It works well."

• afr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 4, 2023

Buspirone for Anxiety "Had a really bad existential crisis that led to a severe panic attack and landed me in the hospital. I was prescribed 15 mg daily of BuSpar. Upon leaving the hospital before taking my first dose, the panic had subsided already, and I felt perfectly fine but decided I should take the medication anyhow to prevent another attack. This made my anxiety fifty times worse. I would wake up five times a night in absolute panic, I couldn't leave the house at all for three weeks. It sent my mind into a spiral of overthinking, which caused crazy anxiety and depersonalization. I would finally calm myself down only to be unable to remember what I thought to calm myself down and re-panic. I legit felt like I was losing my mind. If you want to know what hell feels like, then take buspirone."

• Anx...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 27, 2015

Buspirone for Anxiety "In a nutshell, even though I did not want this drug to work because I hate taking medicine, it really does help me! I refuse to take benzos. My therapist talked me into trying BuSpar. It made me really tired at first. But honestly, now that I look back, I think it did that because it seemed to slow my racing mind down. So naturally, once I relaxed a bit more, my body finally could rest. My anxiety is not gone. But when I am in a place where I feel safe, I am able to relax and my mind isn't so noisy. It is a strange, new feeling."

• Sem...
• June 30, 2020

For Anxiety "This buspirone was prescribed during quarantine, so it took me a while to distinguish the medicine's side effects from how I would otherwise be processing this difficult situation. Over the span of 2 months, I thought I was just increasingly extremely fatigued from trying to stay at and work from home with a 2-year-old and 5-year-old, with no set end in sight. I went to bed early, didn't sleep well, and couldn't get out of bed. My sex drive disappeared. I ate too much, and the consistency of rapid 20-pound weight gain in my stomach and neck was odd - my mid-section was tight, and my throat was bloated (I later figured out this was water retention). Instead of my general happy nature, I felt listless and hopeless. Then I read about other people experiencing the same side effects and felt relief that it wasn't just how I was now. I phased myself off. My sleep and appetite immediately went back to normal, and I feel energy and optimism again."

• MmI...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2019

Buspirone for Anxiety "Was misdiagnosed for months and took several prescriptions for another diagnosis. Symptoms worsened and felt like I was in a hole I couldn’t scratch out of. Was taken off all meds, started on BuSpar 10mg 3x a day and have never felt better. It’s like being born again. Would recommend for anyone needing a quick fix. Be compliant and see what all it can do for you."

• ohi...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 3, 2012

Buspirone for Anxiety "After having tried Ativan and Vistaril, I asked my family doctor for BuSpar for acute anxiety. I also take Zoloft. I love BuSpar. It's not habit-forming, and I feel like I have my life back! It's my miracle."

• Anonymous
• August 8, 2009

Buspirone for Anxiety "I've got generalized anxiety disorder. BuSpar turns off the worrying like a switch. The only downside was the first dose, 15mg was too much. I had weird side effects, if I looked at a light source, I'd feel unspeakably strange pulses of something that felt like electricity go through my body. I also got motion sick and vomited after the first dose. Luckily, this only happened once. After reducing the dose to 5mg (q.i.d.), I had no more side effects. My advice to the uninitiated would be to start with a small dose and titrate upwards to avoid any surprises."

• Sun...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 7, 2025

For Anxiety "At age 35, I was diagnosed with ADHD and anxiety, and I started ADHD medication. It helped a ton, but I knew something was still not right with the way I felt all the time. I finally decided to try anxiety medication. I cannot take SSRIs because of a medical condition, so I was excited when I read about buspirone. I liked that it was non-sedating and gentle. I started with a tiny dose of 2.5 mg because historically I’ve been very medication sensitive. On day one, I saw a reduction in my anxiety. A few days in, I became really dizzy. I found that eating every 3 hours helped a lot with reducing that. By day five, it was totally gone. I’ve only been on the medication one week, but so far I’ve seen incredible improvements. Yesterday, I noticed that on edge, rushed feeling is totally gone. I also noticed that I’m not thinking about all sorts of problems and issues when I’m not busy (which I used to all the time). I have also noticed that when my kids talk to me, I feel more in the present."