Hi, I am 51 and have been taking buspirone for a several years and I only take it as needed. Although, the doctor recommended 3 times a day, I don't use it all the time. The side effects buspirone gives become minimal after a while. Maybe, you can talk to your doctor about the side effects and the need to be on it 2 times a day or as needed when an onset occurs. I hope you find your happy medium.