Psycho-Babble Medication Thread 958173

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Beta Blockers for anxiety..which one?

Posted by Jay_Clockwork_Angels on August 10, 2010, at 16:29:45

Hey folks:

I was wondering if Propranolol is still the best beta-blocker for panic attacks? Thanks for any help..

Jay

 

Re: Beta Blockers for anxiety..which one?

Posted by ed_uk2010 on August 11, 2010, at 16:41:51

In reply to Beta Blockers for anxiety..which one?, posted by Jay_Clockwork_Angels on August 10, 2010, at 16:29:45

> Hey folks:
>
> I was wondering if Propranolol is still the best beta-blocker for panic attacks? Thanks for any help..
>
> Jay

None of the beta blockers are reliably effective for anxiety. Some people find them very useful but others obtain no benefit. Certain physical symptoms such as 'racing heart' and tremor can be ameliorated. Psychological symptoms of anxiety are not reduced directly, but may be reduced indirectly due to a reduction in physical symptoms. Some physical symptoms, such as muscle tension, are not affected by beta blockade.

Propranolol is the most widely used beta blocker for anxiety. Other beta blockers may cause fewer side effects. Cardioselective beta blockers such as metoprolol will still help to reduce cardiac symptoms of anxiety, but will not reduce tremor.


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