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Can buspar (buspirone) for anxiety lead to an enlarged liver?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Buspar (buspirone): Not likely. Routine liver function tests done when being on Buspar (buspirone) long-term.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not a typical SE: Have not seen hepatomegaly or abnormal liver function tests listed for buspar (buspirone).

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 4/7/2013

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