Buspirone and Headaches: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 7, 2023

For Anxiety "I was hesitant to start any medication for a whole year, anxiety is awful. My anxiety was based on my fear of driving, bridges, overpasses, and tunnels. I got to the point where stop lights were a problem also. It was getting worse when I finally said enough when I couldn’t drive to work anymore. I started buspirone 2.5 mg twice a day, and within the second day, I was starting to enjoy life. Looking at things in a different way, with clarity and open-mindedness. I also drove on the second day. That was a big milestone for me. Give this drug a try, don’t be scared. I was, but I trusted the people who gave it to me. The only side effects I had were headache, dizziness, and a little nausea, but they go away quickly. Give it a try."

• Tom...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 20, 2022

For Anxiety "Been taking 10 mgs twice a day for 10 days. Noticeable improvement in lowering anxiety level. Mild headache and nausea for the first few days. My life perspective is much better. Very pleased so far."

• Ros...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 4, 2021

For Anxiety "Buspirone has helped me so, so, so much. I tried other meds that were just too intense for me, but Buspirone works wonders! My only side effects were that I had a slight headache for the first week. It sucks looking for new meds and seeing people's bad experiences. But just keep trying and stay strong."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2021

Buspirone for Anxiety "I was afraid to try something new. So afraid I had this RX for a month before trying it. I felt it instantly, starting at 5 mg a day for 1.5 weeks. I got headaches the first week and mild dizziness within and ending the first 30 minutes. I felt irritated and like it wasn’t working. My psychiatrist moved me to 2-5 mg and then to 3-5 mg a day. By week 2, I felt better about driving again and went into a store for the first time in a while. I just hit week 3 and will move to 10 mg in the AM, 5 mg at lunch, and 5 mg around 3 or I have trouble going to sleep. It has been working well and hopefully will continue to work. I need to get back to everyday comfort and be able to not only live a good life for myself but also for my kids and husband."

• aci...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 18, 2020

Buspirone for Anxiety "BuSpar DOES help with anxiety, but if you have another comorbid illness like depression, it might feel like it is not helping in that area. I was on this medication for a few months and my anxiety felt really better, but my depression was still bothering me a lot, so I was switched to Zoloft. BuSpar helped me with the palpitations and chest pain related to anxiety. I felt like I could think better and even breathe better. It was a great medication. The only downside to it is that you can get headaches or brain zaps if you forget a dose, so put an alarm on your phone!"

• Aki...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 21, 2019

For Anxiety "I've only just started buspirone, but let me tell you it's been helping so far. My doc prescribed 3.25 mg 3x a day as needed. The first dose helped my anxiety tremendously. My doctor recently switched me from Celexa (which I had been on for 12 years) to Prozac due to a sudden increase in my depression. I was afraid I was going to have to pick between treating my depression or anxiety, but so far the combo of Prozac and buspirone has been incredible. The only downside so far is some headaches. I'm hoping they will go away with time."

• Ang...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 17, 2019

For Anxiety "I take 100 mg of Zoloft along with 7.5 mg of buspirone 2x a day, and all I have to say is that this medication is a life changer for me! This is week 3 for me, the first week it didn’t seem to work at all, had lots of side effects like nausea, diarrhea, and headaches, but by the end of the second week, I felt a major difference and the side effects subsided. I definitely recommend this medication to anyone who’s experiencing general anxiety."

• LEH...
• April 9, 2019

For Anxiety "I am someone who is absolutely hyper-sensitive to medicine. My psychiatrist suggested buspirone because of the terrible side effects I've experienced from SSRIs in the past. I tried half of a 7.5 mg pill in the morning and half in the evening, and of course, I had some side effects. But these were not nearly as debilitating as SSRIs. Admittedly, the brain fog was difficult to deal with the first week, and I definitely got headaches. So many reviews have said to push through the side effects, and you come out feeling better. I stand here 11 days in and can attest to that; I am finally feeling some positive benefits and coming out of the fog. My pounding heart and sense of impending doom is greatly reduced, and I find myself being able to focus on one thing at a time due to the reduction in racing thoughts. I hope this review helps a fellow sensitive person. Start with a tiny dose! Somehow, it feels gentler than SSRIs. I will update if anything changes."

• Dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 15, 2019

For Anxiety "I have been depressed with anxiety for about 11 years now. My doctors have tried everything, but nothing touched my depression or anxiety. I was also in counseling for about 10 years too, so it seemed like I was in this deep pit for good. Then my psychiatrist asked me if I would consider trying Buspar. I said, “sure,” and I’ve now been on it for 2 weeks. A couple of days ago, I woke up feeling different. I didn’t wake up to this dread and worry about everything and nothing. I was feeling very grateful for my family (I love my husband and children more than anything in this world, but depression kept me from really enjoying them), and all I could think about were the good things in my life. That hasn’t happened for over a decade. I even went out grocery shopping for the first time in over 4 years and enjoyed it! I took off a point for the headaches I’ve been getting since going on Buspar. They’re nasty headaches, but I hope they get better as time goes on."

• CJS...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 14, 2017

For Anxiety "Began taking a small dose of buspirone in Feb. Had dizziness, headache, feeling nervous and excitable, and mostly feeling sleepy. Side effects have gone away. Did help with my anxiety. Caused a few days of jitters when I got off. Now I take half a dose when I feel anxious or know I am going to be in a situation I will not be comfortable (lots of people, etc.). If I take half a dose for only a few days, I only get the jitters for a few hours when I go off. Really like this drug!"

• Ger...
• December 14, 2015

For Anxiety "I just started taking buspirone again so I can wean off of Ativan (lorazepam). I always had headaches and migraines, but when I take buspirone, it helps to combat my headache. My anxiety is decreased, but I'm in a cranky mood, that could be due to withdrawals from lorazepam. I totally agree with the fact that a negative review of this product could keep people that desperately need it from even trying it. Like the medic said, no one knows why a medicine, especially in this class, works like a wonder drug for some and not for others. I've tried many, and I hope this is my last one. I also take Effexor every day along with some other non-controlled meds for pain and arthritis."

• Mou...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 16, 2015

Buspirone for Anxiety "My son is in high school and has taken this for 7 months. It changed his life. His anxiety over school was out of control to the point he had to be integrated back into school. He tried Ativan and had horrible side effects, and he was reluctant to try anything else after that. After about 3 months on the BuSpar, he walks tall into school. No more looking over his shoulder or panic attacks out of nowhere. We wish he would've taken this years ago. The only side effect he complains of is tiredness and occasional headache. The tiredness was more so in the beginning. Those side effects are minuscule compared to his anxiety before taking BuSpar."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 28, 2012

Buspirone for Anxiety "Female, 21 years old. I have had severe anxiety attacks for the past 2 years, OCD since I can remember, and feel like I can't breathe when I think about the what-ifs. I was on Prozac for a few months and absolutely loved it until I started grinding my teeth in my sleep. I tried the BuSpar. I've been on it for 2 1/2 weeks. It took most of my anxiety away, but I got so dizzy I couldn't stand it (15 mg). I started halving the pills, it still makes me dizzy. It gives me headaches and doesn't help with the stress or obsessive-compulsive disorder. My doctor is adding Paxil to the BuSpar, and hopefully, it'll help more."

• Jac...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 6, 2022

Buspirone for Anxiety "Buspirone saved my life! Several times in the past years. It's a lifesaver and life changer. I was terrified to start taking it at first due to the horrible reviews I would read, but everyone's different. And I really needed help with my severe anxiety/panic attacks, so I started taking it and hoped for the best. It was the best decision I've made. I started taking 7.5 mg twice a day and felt the difference the next day, taking 15 mg twice a day when needed to. I had mild side effects for the first week: headaches, tiredness, vivid dreams, but all tolerable. The first 3 days being the worst, but went away. Within the first week, I felt so much better and just got better after that. Felt more calm, less anxiety, no overthinking, no more intrusive thoughts, better sleep, and it's not habit forming, which is a plus for me. It really works, I recommend it if you really want to help yourself. Don't be scared of the side effects or reviews and push through it. It really works. I'm so thankful for it."

• sj8...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 29, 2021

For Anxiety "Buspirone has been amazing for me. I am calmer and happier. I can go to sleep fast and actually stay asleep. Situations that would have caused great anxiety I hardly blink at. I feel like I'm simply a nicer and more pleasant person to be around, and I love it. I felt the effects very fast. Whatever it's doing to my brain, I approve. Side effects: headache and dizziness initially that went away. I had such a good effect from it that I honestly cannot believe the bad reviews and wonder if folks are giving adequate time for the drug to work and a chance for the side effects to go away."

• Alf...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2019

For Anxiety "Been taking buspirone for 3 weeks, 7.5 mgs 3 times a day. Helped tremendously with my generalized and social anxiety. First week or so had side effects consisting of headaches, dizziness, tiredness, and lack of motivation throughout the day. But that all went away with the exception of slight dizziness for 30 mins or so after taking it. When it happens, it comes and goes fast. Doesn't always happen. My anxiety is almost non-existent. I can concentrate better, especially in conversations, which before, my mind would wander then race when talking to others. This turns into anxiety attacks. Buspirone helps my mind stay focused on the conversation. I'm more confident in these situations. So far, this drug is exactly what I needed."

• Shy...
• October 6, 2017

For Anxiety "I started taking buspirone 5 mg 3x a day due to having severe anxiety. I've been on it for a few days now, and I noticed its effectiveness the very first day! I did have a terrible headache the first day, but none since then. It definitely helps keep me calm, and I'm able to function without an attack. I was a little skeptical at first, looking at all the negative reviews, but it actually has done wonders for me in the few days I've been on it."

• Unf...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 24, 2017

For Anxiety "I know this med doesn't work for everyone, but I really love Buspar. When I started it, and whenever I have gone up in dose, I'll get a few days of headaches, but the side effects are so mild, and this is coming from someone who couldn't handle 5 mg of Lexapro. Buspar is the only med I take, and I no longer have crushing and debilitating anxiety. I've got a totally normal level of anxiety. Best of all, I feel like myself completely (minus the anxiety, lol). I take 15 mg twice a day."

• Hal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 14, 2016

Buspirone for Anxiety "I have taken BuSpar for 5 months, prescribed max dose of 15 mg 4 times a day. It took a couple of weeks to actually notice the difference. I don't feel like a zombie after taking it. I really just came to the realization one day while driving to work, an activity that used to leave me recovering from an anxiety attack, was suddenly a very simple task. My social anxiety has improved significantly. It's very subtle, but after sticking with it, I can look back and see that it changed my life. It does make me sleepy, in a walking-around functioning while yawning kind of way, and I get a lot of headaches. The good definitely outweighs the bad. I can take a lower dosage on easy days and still have a positive outcome. I also take 150 mg of Zoloft and 25 mg of Wellbutrin."

• Int...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 21, 2015

Buspirone for Anxiety "I have been taking BuSpar and Celexa, and as far as the anxiety, it has helped me a lot. I was having bad heart palpitations, and it's gone. No more headaches either. What I did was I started taking Celexa at night, and I take BuSpar 2-3 times a day. I can't say I'm completely okay because the Celexa needs to be in your system at least 6-8 weeks before you start feeling better. I'm feeling a little better, and not having anxiety truly helps. I still haven't been able to go to work because of how scared I am to get an anxiety attack, but I'm already starting to consider it. Believe me when I tell you I was on the verge of being committed. Give it a chance, not all our systems are the same. Good luck."

• Ste...
• November 16, 2014

Buspirone for Anxiety "I started taking BuSpar about a year ago for anxiety/panic attacks. I've taken benzodiazepines in the past, but having an addictive personality, I had to stop those. BuSpar saved my life. I have no fear, paranoia, or low self-esteem anymore. I used to feel like the world was out to get me and that I was being judged by everyone no matter where I went. I used to have the most crippling social anxiety too, I'd avoid social situations because the anxiety was so bad. Luckily, BuSpar erased all of that for me. Anxiety still creeps up here and there, but it is absolutely nowhere close to being as bad as it was before. No side effects. I love it and will take it for a long time. At first, I did get headaches but they went away a couple of days later. Love it."

• Geo...
• April 20, 2011

For Anxiety "I've had GAD and dysthymia my entire life. Wellbutrin worked wonders for depression, but my anxiety has been horrible forever. My main symptoms are cold, sweaty hands and feet combined with a burning hot face, chest, and trunk and a feeling of agitation. I have these symptoms every day, and they do not seem to be triggered by outside events or thoughts. It feels like a chemical imbalance. No panic attacks. I started 5 mg of buspirone 3x/day and noticed improvement IMMEDIATELY! It felt like a warm, tingly sensation spreading through my veins, and my temperature started to equalize. I feel much less anxious and less urge to pick my cuticles and lips. I feel calmer. I am getting headaches but hope they will stop soon."

• Anonymous
• March 15, 2009

For Anxiety "At first, I thought my doctor gave me a placebo since I am usually very sensitive to medicines and will have every side effect listed. Started with 5 mg three times a day. Noticed that after a few days my daily tension headaches were gone and my energy level had increased. After two weeks, the tightness in my throat eased and palpitations were much better. Twelve weeks later, I feel really good, alert, much calmer, no headaches or palpitations. My energy level is wonderful, not that nervous energy (GAD sufferers know what I am talking about). I don't feel the need to nap any longer. It's quiet in my head, and I love it. Will take this medicine for as long as I can. This medication takes a while to kick in, so please try to stick with it for at least 8 weeks, it's worth it."