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Does buspar (buspirone) lower heart rate or blood pressure

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

BuSpar (buspirone): Can do either, but this is uncommon. ( reported in less than 1% of people who take it. ). There is a risk of elevated BP with concomitant use of MAO inhibitors. Do not take with grapefruit juice made from the rind. This can lead to toxic blood levels.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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