I wonder if there are any SSC posts that talk about the use of Buspirone vs Benzos for treating anxiety? Given the risks of benzo withdrawal
p/r/benzorecovery on Reddit: How is it the medical community knows benzo. Buspirone is for people taking benzos for generalized anxiety
Buspirone is an anxiolytic, a type of non-benzo anti-anxiety medication. Some common side effects of buspirone include dizziness, nausea
No, Buspirone is not a benzo. It belongs to a different class of drugs called azapirones. Buspirone is a generic drug. Formerly, it was
Buspirone may also relieve two common side effects of SSRIs: sexual effects of buspirone will be comparable to benzos in the long term.
Buspirone is for people taking benzos for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). What Are Benzo's or Benzodiazepines? Benzos are a class
Buspirone is an anxiolytic, a type of non-benzo anti-anxiety medication. Some common side effects of buspirone include dizziness, nausea
You're right that given the risk of benzo withdrawal buspirone would be a better first choice. Almost everyone agrees benzos are prescribed more often than they should be, and buspirone would be a good replacement. But some reasons people prescribe benzos anyway: They work instantly. Buspirone can take a few weeks to work.
Buspirone is an anxiolytic, a type of non-benzo anti-anxiety medication. Some common side effects of buspirone include dizziness, nausea
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