Buscalm 10mg Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Wockhardt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Buspirone (10mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | N-Arylpiperazines Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | 5-HT1A receptors partial agonist |
| User Rating | 4.7 |
| User Reviews | 733 |
FAQ
I feel dizzy when I get up from a sitting position or when I walk down the stairs. Is it due to Buscalm 10mg?
Yes, side effects like dizziness may be more intense when you first start taking Buscalm 10mg. 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.
What is Buscalm 10mg and what does it treat?
Buscalm 10mg 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.
I am experiencing dryness in the mouth, is it due to Buscalm 10mg?
Yes, dryness in the mouth is a common side-effect of this medicine. Keep sipping water or try chewing sugar-free gum to get relief from dryness in the mouth.
Does Buscalm 10mg improve mood?
Yes, Buscalm 10mg regulates the activity of a chemical named serotonin in the brain which helps stabilize and improve our mood.
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.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Buscalm 10mg?
Buscalm 10mg may make you dizzy and alcohol can make you dizzier. Limit your intake and consult your doctor for better advice.
What happens if I miss a dose of Buscalm 10mg?
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.
Why was Buscalm 10mg taken off the market?
Although Buscalm 10mg 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.
When will I start feeling better after taking Buscalm 10mg?
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.
How should I take Buscalm 10mg?
Buscalm 10mg 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.
What if you forget to take Buscalm Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Buscalm 10mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n \n
Buscalm 10mg Tablet Reviews
Buscalm 10mg 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.
Buscalm 10mg 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, vomiting, and dry mouth. 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.
Before 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.
Buscalm 10mg 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, vomiting, and dry mouth. 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.
Before 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.
How Buscalm 10mg Tablet Works
Buscalm 10mg works by modulating the action of serotonin, a chemical messenger of the brain that affects thoughts and mood.
How to Use Buscalm 10mg Tablet
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. Buscalm 10mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Buscalm 10mg Tablet
- In Anxiety disorder: Buscalm 10mg affects the action of those chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and sleep problems that often come with Generalised Anxiety Disorder. It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.
Uses of Buscalm 10mg Tablet
- Anxiety disorder
Buscalm 10mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
CAUTION
Buscalm 10mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Buscalm 10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Buscalm 10mg should is not advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Buscalm 10mg is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Buscalm 10mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Buscalm 10mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Buscalm 10mg.
Liver
CAUTION
Buscalm 10mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Buscalm 10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Buscalm 10mg is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Quick Tips
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Buscalm 10mg can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.
- It may take 2-4 weeks to achieve efficacy.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
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