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Other medical problems
Neuroendocrine Effects:
Single doses of 30 mg or higher of buspirone resulted in significantly elevated plasma prolactin and growth hormone concentrations in normal volunteers. No effect was seen
at lower doses. In another study, no such increases were observed after buspirone was administered in divided doses (10 mg t.i.d.) for 28 days.
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What side effects may occur?
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your
doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Chest pain; confusion; fast or pounding heartbeat; fever; incoordination; mental depression; muscle weakness; num
bness, tingling, pain, or weakness in hands or feet; skin rash or hives; stiffness of arms or legs; sore throat; uncontrolled movements of the body
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How to Use
Take BuSpar exactly as prescribed. Do not be discouraged if you feel no immediate effect. The full benefit of this drug may not be seen for 1 to 2 weeks after you start to take it.
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Significant Interactions:
There is 1 report suggesting that the concomitant use of trazodone and buspirone may have caused 3- to 6-fold elevations in ALT (SGPT) in a few patients. In a similar study, attempting to replicate th
is finding, no interactive effect on hepatic transaminases was identified.
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DRUG ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE :
Although BuSpar does not intensify the effects of alcohol, it is best to avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
If BuSpar is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either can be
increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining BuSpar with the following:
- The blood-thinning drug Coumadin
- Haloperidol (Hal
dol)
- MAO inhibitors (antidepressant drugs such as Nardil and Parnate)
- Trazodone (Desyrel)
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Overdosage
Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose of BuSpar, seek medical attention immediately.
The symptoms of BuSpar overdose may include:
- Di
zziness, drowsiness, nausea or vomiting, severe stomach upset, unusually small pupils.
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