Effects of verapamil and diltiazem on the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of buspirone*

Abstract

Both verapamil and diltiazem considerably increase plasma buspirone concentrations, probably by inhibiting its CYP3A4-mediated first-pass metabolism. Thus enhanced effects and side effects of buspirone are possible when it is used with verapamil, diltiazem, or other inhibitors of CYP3A4.