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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
BusPar (buspirone) vs. Wellbutrin (bupropion): What’s the difference? If you’ve been diagnosed with anxiety or are experiencing anxiety symptoms, like constantly worrying or feeling like something bad will happen, medications can help. Two examples that psychiatrists prescribe are BusPar and Wellbutrin. In this article, we’ll look at how BusPar and Wellbutrin work for anxiety, their side effects, and the key differences between these two mental health medications. Remember that treatment should be personalized, and your doctor will help you decide which one might be a good option for you. Expert care for anxiety is here. See if Talkiatry is right for you. Start our short assessment What is BusPar (buspirone)? Buspar is the brand name for the medication buspirone, which has been approved by the FDA to treat anxiety disorders. Psychiatrists may prescribe it when other medicines haven't worked or made you feel worse because of their side effects. Your doctor might also prescribe because it is less likely to cause the sexual side effects that can happen when taking an SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). Buspar works by changing the level of certain chemical messengers (like serotonin) in the brain that regulate your mood. By balancing these neurotransmitters, as they are called, Buspar helps reduce symptoms of anxiety. (More on that later.) However, Buspar does not interact with GABA receptors in the brain like benzodiazepines and barbiturates do, which can lead to physical dependence or withdrawal symptoms. This makes Buspar a safer option, and you can feel more confident in taking it without the same risks of misusing it. Plus, if you happen to miss a dose or stop taking Buspar suddenly, you're less likely to encounter uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms, unlike with those medications, like Xanax (alprazolam). What is Wellbutrin (bupropion)? Wellbutrin is the brand name for the antidepressant
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