Treatment Details
Buspirone
Overview
BUSPIRONE What is buspirone (Buspar). Buspirone is a medication used to treat anxiety. Although its exact mechanism is unknown, it is believed to act on the serotonin and dopamine receptors in the brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that aids in mood, sexual desire, sleep, digestion, wound healing, bone health, and blood clotting [1]. It is often referred to in psychology as the “happy” chemical. Dopamine is a “feel good” hormone.
Relevant Studies
22572 Serotonin – my.clevelandclinic.org
22581 Dopamine – my.clevelandclinic.org
Long Covid Is There A Role For Antidepressants 1249 – www.medtextpublications.com
How it works:
Unknown, has high affinity for serotonin 5HT1a receptors and moderate affinity for dopamine D2 receptors
Dosage Form: Tablet Tablet - 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 30mg
Common Usage: Anxiety
Precautions:
Pregnancy
Due to lack of data, agents other than buspirone are preferred for use during pregnancy. Consider discontinuing buspirone and using alternative therapies during pregnancy unless there is a clear benefit to continuing treatment
Lactation
Breastfeeding is not recommended by the manufacturer.
Warnings
Contraindicated: Hypersensitivity, concomitant MAOIs ; Warnings: Caution in hepatic and renal impairment
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