Buspirone Hydrochloride and Gocovri

• Generic Name: buspirone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Buspar, Buspar Dividose, Vanspar, Buspirex, Bustab, LinBuspirone

Management of anxiety disorders (anxiety and phobic neuroses) and short-term relief of symptoms of anxiety.

Efficacy generally comparable to that of benzodiazepines (e.g., alprazolam, clorazepate, diazepam, lorazepam) in the management of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

Preferred by some clinicians for the management of anxiety disorders in patients with a history of aggression or in whom disinhibition has occurred during benzodiazepine therapy.

• Generic Name: amantadine
• Dosage Forms: capsule, coated pellets
• Other Brand Names: Gocovri, Osmolex ER, Symmetrel

Gocovri is a prescription medicine containing amantadine.

Gocovri extended release capsules are used to treat dyskinesia (sudden uncontrolled movements) in people with Parkinson's disease who are treated with levodopa or levodopa plus other medicines that increase the effects of dopamine in the brain.

Gocovri may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.