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Is buspar (buspirone) a narcotic?

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No: Buspirone, also known by its trade name buspar, (buspirone) is a non-benzodiazepine, non- narcotic medication that is indicated for the treatment of anxiety disorder. It's thought to work through its binding and activation of a certain type of serotonin receptor in the brain -- specifically the 5ht1a receptor -- and it's through this activity that Buspirone is thought to have its anti-anxiety effects.

Answered 12/2/2014

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No: Buspar (buspirone) is a mild antidepressant. It is not a narcotic.

Answered 5/18/2015

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No: Buspar (buspirone) is an anxiolytic psychoactive drug of the azapirone chemical class and is primarily used to treat generalized anxiety disorder (gad).

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No: Buspar (buspirone) or Buspirone is a non-benzodiazepine anxiolytic, meaning it can reduce anxiety while not being a sedative such as valium or xanax. It acts on serotonin and Dopamine receptors. It is not considered a narcotic, and is not strictly regulated as such.

Answered 7/19/2016

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Dr. Clarence Lyons answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: It is not a narcotic.

Answered 12/18/2013

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Buspar (buspirone): Anxiolytic, not Narcotic.

Answered 4/3/2015

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