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Buspin 10 mg Tablet

Manufactured byIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsBuspirone
Description
Buspin 10 mg Tablet is used to treat anxiety disorders. An anxiety disorder is a type of mental health condition, characterised by feelings of worry, and fear that are strong enough to interfere with your daily activities. This medicine alters the level of chemicals present in your brain that are responsible for anxiety. Buspin 10 mg Tablet may cause side effects like sweating, ringing in the ears, dryness of your mouth etc. Most of these side effects are temporary and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects are persistent or getting worse. Avoid driving vehicles or operating heavy machines as this medicine can make your vision blurry. Buspin 10 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, as prescribed by your doctor. Your dose will be dependent on your condition. Try taking this medicine same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your blood. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting with your doctor as your symptoms could come back. Buspin 10 mg Tablet is not recommended to be used in children below 18 years of age. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines and medical conditions. This can help your doctor to adjust your dose for avoiding side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Buspin 10 mg Tablet

Buscalm 10 mg Tablet
Wockhardt Ltd.
Buspirone 10 mg Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Tamspar 10 mg Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Buspin 10 mg Tablet

  • Chest pain
  • Confusion
  • Restlessness
  • Nervousness
  • Blurred vision
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dryness of mouth
  • Ringing in ears
  • Sweating

Uses of Buspin 10 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Anxiety disorder
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The onset of action of Buspin 10 mg Tablet is clinically unknown.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    Buspin 10 mg Tablet can remain in your body for around 18 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Buspin 10 mg Tablet due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentrating.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency has been reported for Buspin 10 mg Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Buspin 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women as not enough studies are done to understand its safety and efficacy. Consult with your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Buspin 10 mg Tablet passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding a baby before using this medicine.

Allergy

Buspin 10 mg Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) are a class of medicines used to treat depression. Buspin 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have taken MAOIs within the last 14 days due to the increased risk of serious side effects.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Buspin 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women as not enough studies are done to understand its safety and efficacy. Consult with your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Buspin 10 mg Tablet passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding a baby before using this medicine.
General warnings

Kidney impairment

Buspin 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as a diseased kidney will not be able to filter the medicine properly. This can increase the risk of toxicity. Your doctor will monitor your kidney functions closely and/or adjust your dose if required.

Liver impairment

Buspin 10 mg Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you have liver problems as this medicine is broken down and absorbed in the liver, and if your liver is not working correctly, it might cause a buildup of its metabolites, resulting in toxicity.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Buspin 10 mg Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Buspin 10 mg Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Buspin 10 mg Tablet due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentrating.
Interaction with Medicine

Amitriptyline

Amlodipine

Citalopram

Fluvoxamine

Codeine

Dolasetron

Disease interactions

Depression

Buspin 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have a known history of depression due to the increased risk of behavioural changes, aggressiveness, agitation, and mental depression.
Food interactions
Consumption of grapefruit juice should be avoided during treatment with Buspin 10 mg Tablet due to the increased risk of severe side effects.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Buspin 10 mg Tablet with or without food. Make sure you drink plenty of water with it to avoid stomach irritation. Do not break, crush or chew the tablet. Keep Buspin 10 mg Tablet away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the expiry date. Do not share your medicine with other people even if their symptoms appear to be the same as yours. Inform your doctor if you notice any undesirable effects or if your symptoms are not improving after taking a few doses of Buspin 10 mg Tablet.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Buspin 10 mg Tablet works by acting on serotonin (a natural chemical that alters mood) present in your brain which is responsible for behaviour, thinking, and reasoning.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Miscellaneous anxiolytics, sedatives and hypnotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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