Definition

Noun: - An anxiolytic drug: Buspar is the common name for a prescription medication with the generic name buspirone. It is specifically designed and used for the treatment of anxiety disorders. Unlike some other anti-anxiety medications, it is not a benzodiazepine and is not typically associated with significant sedation or high potential for dependence.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The doctor prescribed Buspar for her generalized anxiety.
  • He found that Buspar helped manage his anxiety without causing drowsiness.

Advanced Usage

• "to be on Buspar": to be taking the medication Buspar as part of a treatment regimen.
  • She has been on Buspar for six months and reports feeling much calmer.

Variants and Related Words

• Buspirone (n): The generic, non-proprietary name for the drug.
  • Buspirone is the active ingredient in the brand-name drug Buspar.
• BuSpar (n): The former trade name (brand name) for the drug, often used interchangeably with "buspar" in common language.
  • BuSpar was a well-known brand for buspirone.

Synonyms

• Anxiolytic (n): A class of drugs that inhibit anxiety; a more general term.
• Anti-anxiety medication (n): A descriptive term for drugs used to treat anxiety.

Notes on Usage

• "Buspar" is typically used as a mass noun (uncountable) when referring to the medication itself (e.g., "take Buspar"). It is capitalized when referring specifically to the former brand name, "BuSpar."
• It is important to note that this is a specialized pharmaceutical term and is not used in general conversation outside of medical contexts.

Noun

1. a drug (trade name BuSpar) designed specifically for anxiety