Is Buspar Effective for Anxiety

Buspirone is especially effective in persons with limited to moderate generalized anxiety. It is not very effective in treating severe anxiety, panic disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorders. Buspirone may also help improve symptoms of depression in patients with generalized anxiety disorder.

Does buspirone really help with anxiety?

Buspirone is especially effective in persons with limited to moderate generalized anxiety. It is not very effective in treating severe anxiety, panic disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorders. Buspirone may also help improve symptoms of depression in patients with generalized anxiety disorder.

What type of anxiety does Buspar treat?

Buspirone is in a class of medications called anti-anxiety medications. Buspirone is not related to other anti-anxiety medications, such as benzodiazepines, barbiturates or other sedative/ anxiolytic drugs. It is approved for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).