Buspirone 5 mg (Buspirone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: The initial dose is buspirone hydrochloride 5㎎ per dose, administered orally 3 times daily. As needed to achieve an appropriate therapeutic response, it is preferable to increase the dose by 5㎎ per day at intervals of 2-3 days, to a total daily dose of 20-30㎎ in divided doses. The total daily dose must not exceed 60㎎. The dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used by certain patients. Especially patients with allergies to this medication, those with severe liver or kidney damage, patients with epilepsy, acute glaucoma patients, patients with myasthenia gravis, patients taking MAO inhibitors, and patients with lactose intolerance or related genetic issues should not take this medication. Caution is required when taking this medication as various side effects can occur. Cardiac or blood pressure issues, central nervous system symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, anxiety, hallucinations may occur, and symptoms related to the eyes and ears, gastrointestinal problems, and skin rashes may also appear. Especially, there is a rare possibility of a serious side effect known as neuroleptic malignant syndrome, so if fever, muscle rigidity, or altered consciousness occurs, immediate consultation with medical personnel is necessary. The efficacy of this medication as an antipsychotic is not yet established, so it is not used for that purpose. It is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery while on this medication. Also, this medication cannot alleviate withdrawal symptoms that may occur when suddenly discontinuing sedatives or sleep aids, so patients who have used such medications for a long time should taper off slowly. This medication can affect the central nervous system, so restlessness or movement disorders may occur in some patients. Caution is necessary when taken with other psychiatric medications as there is a possibility of interactions, especially taking it with MAO inhibitors can increase the risk of hypertension and should not be co-administered. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a physician prior to administration due to the lack of established safety for this medication, and it is also advisable to avoid use while breastfeeding. The safety and efficacy in children under 18 years old have not been confirmed. In cases of overdose, symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and dizziness may appear, but there is no specific antidote, so appropriate treatment should be sought immediately. When taking this medication, it is important to inform the healthcare provider about other medications currently taken, alcohol consumption, and pregnancy status, and due to the risk of drug dependence or abuse, careful observation is required.

• Non-specific chest pain
• syncope
• hypertension
• hypotension
• cerebrovascular disease
• congestive heart failure
• myocardial infarction
• cardiomyopathy
• bradycardia
• sleep disturbances

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, avoid excessively hot or cold places, and it is best to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White oval-shaped tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle