BuSpar for Anxiety User Reviews (Page 4)

• Fin...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 18, 2017

"Have had anxiety for many years, have tried numerous meds and none worked for long. Because of numerous surgeries, I have a high drug tolerance and sometimes weird reactions. After taking Cymbalta for 3 years, the excessive sweating just became too much. I am now on Lexapro and was using Clonazepam when an attack would start. Concerned about addiction to Clonazepam, my doctor suggested BuSpar. I started with 7.5mg twice a day and did not feel much until starting the third week, then 10mg three times a day. I did have side effects but was encouraged to wait 4 weeks. So glad I did. For the first time in years, and I mean years, I feel like the old me: sleep through the night, no side effects. I encourage you to wait and see before you give up on it. For me, well worth it."

• Rc9...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 27, 2014

"I have generalized anxiety, few panic attacks ever, mostly just obsessive irrational thoughts, and constant fears which aren't normal. This definitely helps me calm down and keeps my brain quiet when it normally never stops. For about 2 weeks, I would get spells of dizziness, along with a feeling of restlessness and an inability to focus (felt very much like ADD) but it has been going away! This medicine helps for general anxiety, but I don't think it would do much for panic. I take 5mg 3x a day."

• Mid...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 16, 2024

"This medication has drastically improved my anxiety and stress. I was already on bupropion when I started and now take it in conjunction. I noticed a quick improvement in my symptoms once I began BuSpar. I used to wake up with that fight-or-flight sensation and would find myself constantly ruminating on stuff that would make me anxious - at times to the point of shaking. I was scared I would eventually develop atherosclerosis from the stress my mind was putting on my body, but this medication made a night-and-day difference. I just feel normal now. No side effects for me. This is the only medication I hope to take for the rest of my life."

• cal...
• May 7, 2014

"About 3 months ago, out of nowhere, I had a severe panic attack and was rushed to the hospital thinking it was a heart attack, which it was not. But the next day, I woke up with severe anxiety, it was horrible. I tried natural remedies, but nothing worked and was afraid of SSRIs because of the side effects. After some research, I asked to try BuSpar. It took over 2 months and playing with the dosage, I take 10 mg in the morning, 7.5 mg in the afternoon, and at night. I finally feel like the constant dialogue in my head is settled down to a point where I can function, hoping it just gets better from here on in. I have had no side effects at all. It may take a while for this medicine to work, but stick with it. I think it's worth it."

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

"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!!!"

• Anonymous
• September 27, 2012

"Female, age 60. I have taken BuSpar for 20 years, starting in 1992 at age 40. I would go off for 3 years after being on for 3 years. I had a horrible relapse of anxiety and would have to go back on. Now I have been on it for 6 years without stopping at 5mg 3 times a day. I love BuSpar and plan to stay on it for life without stopping. I have done things that I could never do without BuSpar, like hiking the Grand Canyon at age 58, just driving there would have given me panic, let alone dealing with day to day stress. I will take my chances with long-term use, better than feeling sick daily, not being able to eat, sleep, or leave the house. That's no way to live. Side effects for me include slight dizziness."

• Kel...
• June 4, 2016

"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."

• Anonymous
• November 24, 2012

"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."

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

"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."

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

"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."

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

"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."

• Lif...
• April 11, 2010

"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."

• Har...
• June 19, 2019

"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!"

• me ...
• October 23, 2016

"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."

• Yaz...
• June 17, 2016

"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."

• Yin...
• September 17, 2008

"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

"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."

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

"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."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 23, 2024

"I've been taking BuSpar for about a month, and I really think that it has helped. Before, I would be in a constant state of panic and anxiety, and being able to take the medication twice a day has helped me to feel more at ease and not as on edge about the small things, but especially the big things that go on in my life, and it has made all the difference in the world. I would highly recommend it to someone who struggles with anxiety."

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

"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."

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

"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."

• Bli...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 29, 2024

"Most of these reviews are worthless, they do not indicate dose or duration. Benzos are not prescribed long-term because you will have terrible withdrawals at some point, or you will be dependent on them for life as they alter your brain chemistry for good. Look up PWS. My GABA receptors have been downregulated, and now my anxiety is always through the roof due to high doses of benzo prescriptions. This medication seems to work best for ADHD-related anxiety, at a dose of 5 mg twice a day with a body weight of 163 lbs and taking 50 mg Zoloft once a day in combination. Every body is different. Give it at least 6 weeks. Yes, the side effects suck for the first couple of weeks, but if you don't give it time, then you are wasting time."

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

"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."

• Anonymous
• August 8, 2009

"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."

• ano...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 3, 2023

"BuSpar works so well for me personally. I've tried so many other medications, and BuSpar is the only one that helps control my anxiety. I feel in control of my anxiety and emotions again, and I'm able to live a productive and happy life."