Buspin 5mg Tablet

Last Updated: March 24th, 2026

Buspin 5mg Tablet is a product of Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: Buspirone (5mg)

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All Details About Buspin 5mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Buspin 5mg Tablet

Description:

Buspin 5mg Tablet is used for the treatment of anxiety disorder. It alters the chemicals in the brain that cause symptoms of anxiety such as irritability, restlessness, lack of concentration, fatigue, sweating, increased heart rate, and unwanted or racing thoughts.

Buspin 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you and do not take alcohol with it as it may worsen the dizziness.

Earlier taking this medicine, remember to inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions like acute narrow-angle glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, slurred speech, or drug dependence issues.

Uses:

Apprehension disorder

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Buspin 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Buspin

Nausea
Headache
Dizziness
Abdominal pain

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Buspin 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Buspin 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Buspin 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Buspin 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Buspin 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Employ of Buspin 5mg Tablet should is not advised in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Buspin 5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.
Employ of Buspin 5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Buspin 5mg Tablet and what does it treat?

Buspin 5mg Tablet is a class of medications called anti-anxiety medications. It is used for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in which a person experiences excessive anxiety or worry for at least six months.

How should I take Buspin 5mg Tablet?

Buspin 5mg Tablet should be taken twice a day with or without food. Your doctor will determine the dose that is right for you based upon your response and condition.

When will I start feeling better after taking Buspin 5mg Tablet?

After taking this medicine, it may take 3 to 4 weeks before you start to feel better. Initially, you may begin to notice a decrease in irritability and worry. Do not stop taking this medication without talking to your doctor first. With input from you, your doctor will assess how long you will need to take the medicine.

What happens if I miss a dose of Buspin 5mg Tablet?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication. You may also ask a family member a friend to remind you or check in with you to be sure you are taking your medication.

Does Buspin 5mg Tablet improve mood?

Affirmative, Buspin 5mg Tablet regulates the activity of a chemical named serotonin in the brain which helps stabilize and improve our mood.

I feel dizzy when I get up from a sitting position or when I walk down the stairs. Is it due to Buspin 5mg Tablet?

Affirmative, side effects like dizziness may be more intense when you first start taking Buspin 5mg Tablet. Likewise, these side effects can feel stronger when raising the dose. Over time though, your body will adjust to these symptoms, and they’ll likely ease over time. Be careful and talk to your doctor who might change your dosage.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Buspin 5mg Tablet?

Buspin 5mg Tablet may make you dizzy and alcohol can make you dizzier. Limit your intake and consult your doctor for better advice.

When should I call my doctor right away?

Get medical help right away if symptoms such as agitation, difficulty breathing, hallucinations, fast heart rate, excessive dizziness, flushing, nausea, persistent diarrhea develop.

Why was Buspin 5mg Tablet taken off the market?

Although Buspin 5mg Tablet is no longer available in the market, the FDA confirmed that its withdrawal from the market was not due to concerns regarding safety or effectiveness.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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