Propranolol for Anxiety: Anyone Tried It?

Has anyone else taken propranolol for anxiety? I currently take Effexor daily, but my psychiatrist just prescribed propranolol that I can add on as needed when the physical sensations of anxiety get really bad. I want to see if it helps, but am also scared I might become too reliant. Has anyone else tried it? Thoughts/experiences?

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Momotea

2y ago

I take it because I faint when I get anxious

mor

2y ago

Iam on 10mg of propranolol

Chuvy21

2y ago

Hey can you tell me what the physical sensations are like? I think I get them when I’m on 🍃

slothtastic36

2y ago

of course it differs for everyone, but for me the most bothersome is chest tightness, shortness of breath, headaches, and crying a lot

Cat_Mom

2y ago

I took it for a little while and definitely helped with keeping my heart from racing and having shortness of breath, heart palpitations, ect.

Lbags

2y ago

Yes my cardiologist gave it too me for when my anxiety is very high,

slothtastic36

2y ago

do you find it helpful?

MidnightDay

2y ago

I take it as needed it really helps you not to get all worked up it works best if you take it before something that you know triggers your anxiety and also can help calm it down too

slothtastic36

2y ago

thanks for sharing! that’s kind of what i was hoping to hear, i just don’t want to become too reliant on it so that’s my main concern!

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