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As stated previously. i have taken 2.5mg buspar for 2 days, then increased to 5mg for 3 days. i would like to stop this medication. do i need to ween off or can i just stop "cold turkey" its only been 5 days on it?
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Your prescribing physician who knows your past and current status is best to advise & supervise you. I vote for a somewhat slow taper off buspar over a week or so.
Answered 12/1/2022
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