I felt as if I were drowning in life situations, I needed a life preserver so I could just "rest" a while so I could go on. This has been my life saver! For years and years doctors tried to put me on antidepressants, and I would get more depressed. THIS gave me the calm I needed without making me a zombi. Published: September 26, 2007 ::

I suffer from anxiety and paranoia. This drug blocks it out. I take it at bedtime and once in the day. Couldn't survive without it. Published: October 11, 2007 ::

before taking Buspar, I was tense, had trouble sitting still very long, crabby, and had a "knot" between my shoulder blades. After a few weeks on the medication my anxiety was greatly reduced and I am able to function more efficiently. Tense situations don't bother me nearly as much and I've had comments made to me about how calm I seem to be, but I'm never feeling like I'm over drugged. Published: October 29, 2007 ::

After 6 days, this Rx has helped cut the edge on the stress/anxiety I was feeling. This is my first experience with medication of this type, and was hesitant to try it, and even questioned whether I needed it. After 6 days, my husband has noticed a postive change...calmer, less irritable, generally happier. I'm able to handle my work stress much better, without transferring it to my home life. Published: September 26, 2007 ::

I am 67 yrs old, and had such a level of anxiety, it interfered severely with every day of my life! I noticed improvement from the very first day! I did have to go up to 15mg twice daily, but holding at that dose has just been a lifesaver! I have nothing but praise for this medication! Also, I am a newly retired RN, so i am pretty well-informed about medications! Published: April 26, 2008 ::

Have extreme anxiety due to being a type A personality & a perfectionist. Have tried several different meds including xanax and antidepressants and this has worked the best. (Xanax worked too, but dr. wouldn't prescribe anymore.) It took about 2 wks, but now zero anxiety, I don't get stressed. Don't yell at the kids and my employees don't think I'm crazy anymore. AND my husband is also very pleased in the change. I am also sleeping much better. Published: January 28, 2008 ::

I have suffered and not worked for 5 years. Now with 30mg of this drug I have been able to look for work. The anxiety and panic are not present. Published: October 12, 2007 ::

Helps me with irrational worries and being overwhelmed about the future. Published: October 30, 2007 ::

I was suffering from major anxiety and panic attacks constantly and to the point where it started to take over my life. I was put on clonazipam, valium, and many types of anti-depressants over the years but nothing has been as effective. I don't feel groggy or tired and am able to deal with tough situations much better. The only thing it doesn't do is help the insomnia. My dose is 15 mg 3 times a day. Published: November 10, 2007 ::

at first i was scared to take this medication. i never experience this feeling. I been taking 5mg 3 times a day for about 5 weeks now and i can say i feel alot better than i did. it really works. Published: November 12, 2007 ::

I take Buspirone to augment my SSRI, which seemed to stop working. It worked in reducing depression and anxiety, but it is not easy to use because it takes a LONG time to work. At least 6 weeks, in my experience, to really start feeling well. And the dose, from what I understand, needs to be at least 45mg. So, if you take this medication, realize that it may take many weeks to start working. Interestingly, it may correct any sexual dysfunction you may have with SSRI. Published: September 28, 2007 ::