A patient has begun taking buspirone hydrochloride (BuSpar) 7.5 mg twice daily to treat acute anxiety and calls 1 week later to report little change in symptoms. What will the nurse tell the patient?

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Buspirone hydrochloride (BuSpar) is a medication used to treat anxiety disorders. However, it may take several weeks for the therapeutic effects to become evident. The nurse should advise the patient to continue taking the medication as prescribed and follow up with the provider to discuss any concerns or potential changes to the medication regimen. Increasing the dose or switching to another medication should only be done under the guidance of a healthcare provider. The patient should not stop taking the medication without first consulting with their provider.

A Patient Has Begun Taking Buspirone Hydrochloride (BuSpar) 7