Buspirone hydrochloride

Buspirone Hydrochloride

Buspirone hydrochloride (pronounced as byoo spye' rone), also known as Buspar, is a medication primarily used to treat anxiety disorders. It is an anxiolytic drug that is chemically and pharmacologically distinct from benzodiazepines, barbiturates, or other sedative/anxiolytic drugs.

Etymology

The name Buspirone is derived from "busp", an acronym for "8-(4-[[4-(2-pyrimidinyl)-1-piperazinyl]butyl]-8-azaspiro[4.5]decane-7,9-dione", which is the chemical name of the drug, and "-one", a common suffix used in the names of chemical substances.

Pharmacology

Buspirone hydrochloride is a white crystalline, water-soluble compound. It has a molecular weight of 422.96. It is most commonly administered orally, in tablet form. The drug works by affecting chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with anxiety.

Indications

Buspirone hydrochloride is indicated for the management of anxiety disorders or the short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety. It may also be prescribed for other conditions as determined by a healthcare provider.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Buspirone hydrochloride include dizziness, nausea, headache, nervousness, lightheadedness, and excitement. Severe side effects are rare but can include rash, itching/swelling, severe dizziness, and trouble breathing.

Related Terms

• Anxiety disorders
• Anxiolytic
• Benzodiazepines
• Barbiturates

See Also

• List of drugs used for Anxiety disorders
• Pharmacology
• Psychoactive drug

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Buspirone hydrochloride
• Wikipedia's article - Buspirone hydrochloride

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