ANXIOLYTICS

For the reasons sited on the past slide, attempts were made to develop a tranquilizer or anxiolytic that was not addictive or abused. One such anxiolytic has been developed. It is called buspirone, or Buspar by its trade name. Additionally, other medications not specifically developed for tranquilization, but which had sedative type side effects were also considered for use in selected cases. These medications included antihistamines, beta blockers, and serotonin (5HT) reuptake inhibitors, or anti-depressants.