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Ssri compare with buspar, (buspirone) which one preferred for long term in treating anxiety ,how long for each one?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

No preference: Some says that Buspar (buspirone) is less effecitve; it has less of a chance of weight gain or sexual side effects. But Those side effects should be managed, if one gets them, anyway. How long? As long as needed.

Answered 7/18/2015

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Anxiety, Medications: I understand your anxiety. Anxiety is treatable with good results Treatment of anxiety should not be only Medications Treatment needs to include Therapy, Breathing Relaxation, Visual Imagery, Tai Chi, Yoga,, Meditation SSRI medications are primarily for depression Buspar is primarily for anxiety. Both can have side effects See Psychiatrist for need, benefits, side effects of both medications, Ther

Answered 7/19/2015

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