Buspirone

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Apr 24, 2023

Drug Details

Generic Name:

Buspirone hydrochloride

Common Brands:

BuSpar (discontinued)

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Anti-anxiety medications

Forms:

Tablet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Anxiety disorders

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance

Buspirone Drug Class

Buspirone (byoo-spy-rohn) belongs to a group of drugs called anti-anxiety medications.

Buspirone Age Range

Buspirone is approved for use in adults 18 years of age and older to treat generalized anxiety disorder. It may be used off-label in pediatric patients with anxiety disorders.

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