Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet is used for the treatment of anxiety disorder. It alters the chemicals in the brain that cause symptoms of anxiety such as irritability, restlessness, lack of concentration, fatigue, sweating, increased heart rate, and unwanted or racing thoughts.

Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, vomiting, and dry mouth. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you and do not take alcohol with it as it may worsen the dizziness.

Before taking this medicine, remember to inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions like acute narrow-angle glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, slurred speech, or drug dependence issues.

Uses of Buscalm Tablet

Anxiety disorder

Side effects of Buscalm Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Buscalm

Nausea
Headache
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Constipation
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain

How to use Buscalm Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Buscalm Tablet works

Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet works by modulating the action of serotonin, a chemical messenger of the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet should is not advised in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Buscalm Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n \n

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Quick tips

Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
It may take 2-4 weeks to achieve efficacy.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

N-Arylpiperazines Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

5-HT1A Receptor Partial Agonists

Interaction with drugs

Taking Buscalm with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Tranylcypromine (Oral Route) Severe

Concurrent use may cause an increase in blood pressure. Do not consume Tranylcypromine with Buspirone. If Tranylcypromine is essential, ensure a gap of At least 2 weeks after disc... More

Vilazodone (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may cause serotonin syndrome. watch out for symptoms of serotonin syndrome such as tremors, fever, diarrhea or agitation and consult your doctor if you experience t... More

Mifepristone (Oral Route) Moderate

Mifepristone may raise blood levels of Buspirone. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Buspirone side effects such as nausea, headache, vomiting, sleepiness, ... More

Linezolid (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may cause serotonin syndrome. Do not consume Linezolid with Buspirone. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of serotonin syndrome such as tremors,... More

Imatinib mesylate (Oral Route) Moderate

Imatinib mesylate may raise blood levels of Buspirone. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Buspirone side effects such as nausea, headache, dizziness, fatigu... More

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FAQs

What is Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet and what does it treat?

Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet is a class of medications called anti-anxiety medications. It is used for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in which a person experiences excessive anxiety or worry for at least six months.

How should I take Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet should be taken twice a day with or without food. Your doctor will determine the dose that is right for you based upon your response and condition.

When will I start feeling better after taking Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

After taking this medicine, it may take 3 to 4 weeks before you start to feel better. Initially, you may begin to notice a decrease in irritability and worry. Do not stop taking this medication without talking to your doctor first. With input from you, your doctor will assess how long you will need to take the medicine.

What happens if I miss a dose of Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication. You may also ask a family member a friend to remind you or check in with you to be sure you are taking your medication.

Does Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet improve mood?

Yes, Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet regulates the activity of a chemical named serotonin in the brain which helps stabilize and improve our mood.

I feel dizzy when I get up from a sitting position or when I walk down the stairs. Is it due to Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

Yes, side effects like dizziness may be more intense when you first start taking Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet. Likewise, these side effects can feel stronger when raising the dose. Over time though, your body will adjust to these symptoms, and they’ll likely ease over time. Be careful and talk to your doctor who might change your dosage.

I am experiencing dryness in the mouth, is it due to Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

Yes, dryness in the mouth is a common side-effect of this medicine. Keep sipping water or try chewing sugar-free gum to get relief from dryness in the mouth.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet may make you dizzy and alcohol can make you dizzier. Limit your intake and consult your doctor for better advice.

When should I call my doctor right away?

Get medical help right away if symptoms such as agitation, difficulty breathing, hallucinations, fast heart rate, excessive dizziness, flushing, nausea, persistent diarrhea develop.

Why was Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet taken off the market?

Although Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet is no longer available in the market, the FDA confirmed that its withdrawal from the market was not due to concerns regarding safety or effectiveness.

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Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet

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Uses of Buscalm Tablet

Side effects of Buscalm Tablet

Common side effects of Buscalm

How to use Buscalm Tablet

How Buscalm Tablet works

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Buscalm Tablet?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Interaction with drugs

Patient concerns

FAQs

What is Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet and what does it treat?

How should I take Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

When will I start feeling better after taking Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

What happens if I miss a dose of Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

Does Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet improve mood?

I feel dizzy when I get up from a sitting position or when I walk down the stairs. Is it due to Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

I am experiencing dryness in the mouth, is it due to Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

Can I drink alcohol while taking Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet?

When should I call my doctor right away?

Why was Buscalm Forte 10mg Tablet taken off the market?

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