BuSpar for Anxiety User Reviews (Page 3)

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

"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!"

• Smo...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 22, 2014

"BuSpar changed my life, no kidding. I have been on Prozac for so long, but once BuSpar was added, my personality came to life. Not that I don't sometimes worry, but it is so much better to manage with BuSpar. I am not any kind of spokesperson. I have a friend who it didn't work for, but for me, it has changed my life."

• emi...
• March 1, 2010

"I am now into my 3rd week and for myself, it worked by the next morning. I had a past of 20 years on prescription Ativan, and the after-effects of stopping that medication made me very wary of trying anything else for my attacks. But my life had stopped, and I truly felt no hope for the future, so I laid it all out for my doctor and mentioned that I had noticed an article on BuSpar and with little or no side effects or chance of addiction, it seemed a chance I would take. My doctor said she had prescribed it many times, choosing it for those same reasons with her patients. Since then, my anxiety is almost non-existent. I don't feel medicated at all. It did mess with my stomach some, but nothing to change my opinion of the medicine. Last hope, best decision."

• boo...
• December 13, 2013

"I have generalized anxiety and panic disorder. I have had it since I was a teenager. In the past, I took Xanax as needed, but it sometimes made me depressed, and I worried about developing a tolerance or addiction. After less than a month on BuSpar, I have already seen a major improvement. I ruminate less, my body is less tense, I am considerably less fearful (which is saying a lot because I was becoming fearful of leaving the house), I am able to tolerate stressors in a rational way, and I am no longer depressed. What remains of my anxiety is manageable, and it no longer interferes with my life. I started on 10mg, and after a couple of weeks, I increased to 15mg. I experienced insomnia the first couple of days, but that went away. Take with food for nausea."

• mon...
• July 7, 2008

"I have been taking this medicine 15mg in the morning and 15mg at night, and it works great. Never had any medical problems before, then last year all of a sudden I had a panic attack and was in bed for three weeks with anxiety. It scared me to death. I was in such fear, I shook. This drug took three weeks to get me okay, but it's now been 19 months without anxiety. I hope it works long term. I still fear another panic attack, it was horrible, especially for someone who had always been healthy and happy."

• Pun...
• March 11, 2014

"This panic attacks all hit me in August. It was December before they figured out it was anxiety because I had other medical issues, wrong sickness. They started me out on Zoloft, I was allergic. Then some other meds that had bad side effects. Finally, my doctors tried me out on BuSpar. Finally, after weeks of getting the right dosage, I have been awesome and healthy for over a month. This pill has given my life back, I was so bad I couldn't go into stores. Now I go every day and shop. This pill is awesome, it took over a month to build up for me. It was worth the wait, I feel so good, I stopped it for 4 days, had a panic attack, then went back on, and I plan on taking this."

• Ant...
• February 8, 2014

"I don't like SSRIs. The fact that BuSpar can deal with serotonin receptors without causing the loss of libido, weight gain, and tiredness makes it perfect to treat generalized anxiety. Plus, it's non-addictive unlike many benzodiazepines for panic attacks. I wish they made it in extended-release form, though my doctor said it's okay to just take my full dose in the morning - and that seems to be working fine for me. It's the only medication that focuses mainly on the brain's serotonin levels that I like."

• Med...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 23, 2015

"I was taking BuSpar along with Prozac and Xanax for 5 years. I felt great, so I stopped the BuSpar. Within the last 2 months, I have had to completely detox off Xanax, and it was a nightmare. I hope to never feel that way again. Long story short, I'm back on my BuSpar alongside my Prozac, and I can't remember feeling this good. The fog has lifted! My anxiety is all but nothing. I have never had side effects from BuSpar either, and I take 15mg twice a day. For those of you that have an anxiety disorder, this medication is definitely worth trying because you can cope so much better without all the hazy side effects from benzos. BEST OF LUCK!"

• Car...
• August 20, 2016

"Anxiety was eating me alive! Finally, I went to my doctor to ask for help. I started with 7.5 mg twice a day and she worked me up to 15 mg twice a day. I feel so much better! I'm sleeping like a log now because anxiety is not keeping me awake or waking me up. I do feel hot and a little shaky about 20 minutes after I take it but it doesn't last very long, maybe 30 minutes. I'm also losing some much-needed weight. Probably because I'm not eating at night since I'm actually sleeping through the night for the first time in my life! This stuff changed my life for the better!"

• Anonymous
• April 29, 2008

"Buspar has been very effective for me in treating occasional panic attacks and generalized anxiety, without side effects I've experienced with other medications such as Paxil. Doctors have been inclined to prescribe other medications as my anxiety symptoms often occur with emotional situations (death of loved one, etc.) and I am crying a lot. However, the emotion is a natural reaction to the situation. Antidepressant meds affected me negatively in contrast to BuSpar, which helps a lot."

• Mie...
• May 31, 2009

"This medicine has been a lifesaver for me. After 10 years of anxiety and 2 years of being practically invalid due to generalized anxiety disorder and panic attacks with depression, I'm finally having a medicine that works. Neuroleptics like ketamine just made me gain weight, Cipralex was a little help, but not really adding quality of life. After 5 days on BuSpar I'm clearly better. Sleeping is in place, I'm feeling more functional and positive, and my ability to go out and even exercise has come back. I have now been on this medicine for over three months, and every day my life gets a little bit better."

• Che...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 16, 2015

"The best medication I've taken thus far for anxiety. I'm on 60 mg/day split into two doses of 30. Non-addicting, no sexual side effects, in fact, this is amazingly free of any side effects that I have experienced. I have been on Klonopin in the past and overall I have to say that this has been the best for my anxiety and social phobia. The medical community is all too quick to disregard this medicine as ineffective. It's a safe medicine. You're not losing anything by at least giving it a trial. It's the only med that's worked well for me after trying countless SSRIs, and a few psych meds of other classes. Good luck."

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

"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."

• Bex...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 29, 2019

"I was on BuSpar for 7 weeks. The first week was foggy, sleepy, high, sluggish, and no appetite. Then at the two to three-week point, I felt great. Until after the 4th week mark, my sleeping schedule was bad. I had arm tingles, face spasms, no appetite, and was not drinking a lot of water. By the 4th week, I was a mess. I have never had such really dark thoughts before, but on this drug for two weeks I was scared to even be alone because I didn’t know what I was capable of. I wanted to live, but my mind would tell me different. I had high hopes, but after reading these reviews, I'm glad I’m not alone. I just got off of it cold turkey, 6 weeks and 4 days. I’ll be back to update on how I feel being off. I hope this helps anyone. I felt alone and scared, but if you feel this isn’t for you, don’t hesitate to stop! God bless!"

• Din...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 1, 2013

"I have been on many antidepressants and anxiety meds in the past, but this one is the right one for me. It is the only medication that I have taken that does not cause erection problems. While it is no miracle pill, it does take the edge off and allows me to deal with things without anger. I am actually able to see the world in a positive light and not be so negative all of the time. I believe I am taking half of the 5mg pill three times a day. I was supposed to be up to a pill and a half three times a day by now, but stronger doses make me feel medicated and I do not like that. I am perfectly happy with the results and my ability to control my anxiety problems. My anxiety is still there, but controlling it is key to long-term health."

• Phi...
• July 5, 2014

"This medicine started to wear off, I think due to too many negatives over 1 month's time. I was upped on my dosage from 20mg x2 daily to 40mg x2 daily 8 days ago for thoughts not right and anxiety plus depression. Everything is starting to lift finally, and I'm feeling great and happy. It was a really tough 8 days so far with very LOW LOWS, and I'm BEYOND happy with it. LIFE SAVER INDEED."

• Anx...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 15, 2014

"I am 23 years old and suffer from generalized anxiety disorder. I did not want to be on an addictive med, and was very adamant about that with my doctor. I was prescribed BuSpar and have been taking it for a year now (10mg 3 times a day) and it seems to work quite well. It calms me down and makes me think more rationally rather than experiencing constant worry and fear. I feel more free and open to life. Side effects I've experienced include dizziness, hot flashes, and extreme hunger for about an hour after taking it. Taking it with food in your stomach is a must as it decreases the side effects for me. One complaint though is short-term memory problems and 'cloudy' mind effect, but I will take that any day over my anxiety!"

• mim...
• June 9, 2014

"I just started taking BuSpar, and at first, I was scared because I hate bad side effects and don't like to take pills at all. So I finally took my pill, 10mg. I felt good at first, then came the side effects: lightheadedness, sweating, and dizziness. But after 20 to 30 minutes later, it was over. I felt fine, went out to socialize, and I couldn't believe it - didn't have a panic attack or anxiety attack. They work for me."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 18, 2016

"BEST medication I've ever taken for anxiety. I was skeptical to take it because of some negative reviews, but I figured, what the heck, what have I got to lose?? I plan on staying on BuSpar for a long long time. It's allowed me to be more outgoing and get involved more in social situations. Have a positive attitude, try it, and I think you'll love it too!"

• Anonymous
• November 18, 2019

"Genetic testing for the correct medication is essential in 2019! Finding the medications to avoid saves so much time and distress. BuSpar is the right medication for me genetically, and I am experiencing positive results."

• sag...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 30, 2013

"Changed my life for the better! Took a little while to kick in. Better to be on this than a habit-forming or dependent medicine. You have to want to change and then this medicine will work. Life-saver! 10mg once a day for 6 months now."

• Ove...
• March 11, 2009

"For acute anxiety, this is AMAZING. Rapid racing heartbeat, excessive sweating, constant worrying, over-analyzing. This medicine, basically at 15mg, gives you a feeling like you just drank a six-pack and ate an amazing meal. I take it with Xanax and Cymbalta. BuSpar is the best non-habit-forming short-term medicine to get your life back on track when life gets overwhelming."

• Wor...
• April 24, 2013

"Been on this medication for over 12 years. Works well for me. Calms me down without the 'brain zapping' I got from Paxil and Lexapro. Dosage has been adjusted throughout the years. I am told 60 mg a day is the maximum dose. I am currently on 15 mg 3 times per day. It took a good two weeks to get into my system, and I remember thinking it wasn't working at first. It's no Xanax, but it has helped me much more than Paxil and Lexapro did. This works well for me, and I have no issues taking it for the rest of my life. I do get some increased hunger and minor dizziness after each dose for about 15 minutes, but that beats being anxious and worrying all the time. It is also pretty cheap."

• Bus...
• June 13, 2016

"One week on, started full dose yesterday. 30mg. No side effects, and no haziness. I get slightly dizzy but doesn't interfere with walking. I have tried 3 others before this, and each time I had flu symptoms, couldn't leave the bathroom, couldn't work or take care of my children. This medicine has been nothing but great for me. I haven't had a headache or the tremors for a few days, which is already life-changing! I can focus, and I have slowly realized that my mind is quieting down. If nothing has worked for you, please give this a try! No addiction to it they say. I'm excited that I feel this great. I can't wait to see what next week and the week after is. I'm looking forward to tomorrow, which is a foreign feeling. Good luck."

• Whi...
• February 15, 2015

"I started on Effexor, that medicine made me sick and nauseated. My doctor decided to put me on Buspar instead. This medicine made my anxiety so much better! And the side effects are very minimal, I only get a little lightheaded for a short time, but that's so much better than being sick to my stomach. This stuff has really helped me get through a rough time."