Question about the med Buspar?

Question

It's not a fast acting drug like Xanax, but my Doctor told me to take 15 mg in the morning and 15 mg in the afternoon. If it's not fast acting then why is she having me split the dosage up? Does it really matter when you take it?

Answer 1

Yes.

All medications should be taken exactly at the same time every day. The chemical has to stay at a level to work. If you take it then miss the next dose it will weaken thus taking a longer time to do its job. sounds to me like she is trying to give you relief on a consistent level which will last longer.

Answer 2

The effects you're looking for in Buspar, last a lot longer than the half life of the drug, but by taking a smaller dose, you minimize side effects, such as gastrointestinal disturbances, sedation, or vertigo.

So, the doctor wants you to take 30mg/day, but this might make you nauseated, so he splits it into 2 doses. This gets in your 30mg, with less inconvenience.