Let's take a minute to talk about your medication. 

This is buspirone, and you should take it exactly as directed by your doctor. You should take it consistently, either always with—or always without—food. 

Buspirone can help you manage your anxiety, so you can feel more calm and restful. It can take a few weeks for you to notice it working. 

This medicine is usually well-tolerated, but some side effects can occur. You could have dizziness, nausea, or headache, or feel nervous, excited, or lightheaded. It's a good idea to wait until you know how it affects you before you do activities that require you to be alert, like driving. These effects are normal if they are mild and should go away. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist. 

In rare cases, more serious side effects can occur, so call your doctor right away if you notice any unusual changes to your body, like worsening mood or anxiety, muscle movements you can't control, problems urinating, or changes in vision. 

To reduce side effects, you should avoid drinking large amounts of grapefruit juice. You should also ask your doctor or pharmacist before drinking alcohol, or before taking any new medicines, even if they don't require a prescription. 

Women shouldn't become pregnant or breastfeed while on buspirone, without talking to their doctor first. 

For best results, plan ahead for refills, and consider asking a friend or family member to help tell you how it is working.