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Buspirone for anxiety: any side effects?

Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Aug 3, 2023 | Replies (13)
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@riverpark

Hi desicuban,

I’m also 77, been taking lorazepam about 7 years, much like you have taken Xanax. Decided on my own recently to stop taking the Benzodiazepine because I have reached tolerance to it, I know it is a lousy drug to take routinely, and I do not want to increase dosage for any benefits. I have found tapering off to be challenging but barely manageable and have considered trying Buspar once down to zero lorazepam. How did that work for you with Xanax? Did you stop completely before taking the Buspar? Thanks!

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grannydee | @grannydee | Aug 2, 2023

It took me two tries to eliminate buspirone!
The first time I finally gave up. The second time I reduced it over a period of 6 months s l o w l y.
I also knew better about what to expect and deal with it in a positive manner.
I used exercise, fresh air and kept myself on a regular schedule of getting enough sleep and also made sure that I was consuming a healthy diet.
The second time was successful and I have no regrets for kicking anxiety meds to the curb.

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