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Buspar Buspirone Elavil Amitriptyline Depression Drugs

Introduction to BUSPAR

Buspar (buspirone hydrochloride) is an FDA approved medication used to relieve the symptoms of anxiety. Buspar is unique in that it is comparable in efficacy to other antianxiety drugs, but has less risk for physical dependence or abuse.

BUSPAR (buspirone HCl ) takes time to work

Buspar works gradually, over a 2- to 4-week period, to provide effective relief of generalized anxiety disorder symptoms.

BUSPAR and other medications

Buspar should not be used with antidepressant drugs known as monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors. Brands include Nardil and Parnate.

Why is Elavil prescribed?

   Elavil is prescribed for the relief of symptoms of mental depression. It is a member of the group of drugs called tricyclic antidepressants. Some doctors also prescribe Elavil to treat bulimia (an eating disorder), to control chronic pain, to prevent migraine headaches, and to treat a pathological weeping and laughing syndrome associated with multiple sclerosis.