how long before Buspar works

[Jennifermarielib]

I am going through withdrawal from klonopin and pain med.'s.  The anxiety that I have is so severe it prevents me from sleeping because I feel like I'm being smothered.  My doctor has me now taking Buspar, but I reaaly don't feel much better. How long before I notice a change, hopefully for the better?

[woozy]

It should start working within about 5-7 weeks, it won't be as strong as klonipin but it does work very well for some people. Remember, coming off klonipin causes lots of rebound anxiety so don't assume the buspar isn't working yet because it won't counter the side effects of klonipin withdrawal. Klonipin is good for short durations or as an as needed medication.but it's so easy to get addicted to the stuff that doctors are reluctant to prescribe it. Also try 5htp if you aren't on an SSRI already, it's over the counter and helps for anxiety, takes about 4-5 weeks to really kick in. 5 htp can cause some initial anxiety but this wears off.. I take it and love it and it's all I need to combat my anxiety.

[thatgirljaymi]

Do not take 5htp with buspar though. Its mentioned in my medication guide for buspar that the two are not a good mix. Ive been on klonopin for an extremely long time and just added buspar to my daily medication for anxiety.

[Jennifermarielib]

How do you know all that?  My doctor is refusing to put me back on klonopin. Thankyou for your advice.

[fastasian79]

it took me about 24hours...... but if you want to get the full effect you have to take up to 5 weeks i believe.

[kimmi3333]

it shouldnt take to long i cant rember how long but it shouldnt    how is klonopin my doc wants me to start taking it but how long does it take and how long dodes it work