Question 1

given fluoxetine for anxiety. had performance anxiety before but im ok now. afraid meds will ruin sex life. what can i take to counter beta blocker?

Accepted Answer

Change, or lower: Fluoxitine is not a beta blocker -which seldom cause ED-most psychological, it is ok to use viagra with SSRI(fluoxetine) speak to prescriber, adding wellbutrin can help, or lowering the dose, or changing meds

Question 2

beta blockers for anxiety/migraines, does this work?

Accepted Answer

No/Yes: Beta blockers do not help symptoms of anxiety. Sometimes they will blunt the effect stress may have on your heart by blocking the same receptors that 'adrenaline-like' hormones work on. There has been many years of use to prevent migraines, particularly with propanolol which is an older generation of beta blockers. They have been known to reduce migraines.

Question 3

should i try beta blockers for anxiety/migraines?

Accepted Answer

Situationally: Beta blockers prevent the activation of the sympathetic nervous system, thus preventing anxiety symptoms like racing heart and clammy hands. This, in turn, prevents anxiety feedback to the brain. However, beta blockers are best used situationally, rather than in an ongoing way. For more systemic pharmaceutical treatment, you can use ssris or benzodiazapines. Best of all is good talk therapy.

Question 4

natural alternatives to beta blockers for anxiety (adrenaline response) ? propranolol and others gave me side effects?

Accepted Answer

: If your anxiety is truly due to an excess of adrenaline, the best method to burn off adrenaline is exercise. The fight or flight response is based on this premise that the excess adrenaline pours out and it is burned off quickly through high-level exercise. Additionally, if medications are used or needed, an alternative to beta blockers is alpha blockers.

Question 5

constant fatigue, muscle pain and mood swings. i am on anti depressants and beta blockers for anxiety and depression but i don't feel this is thecause?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety/depression: Beta blockers can cause fatigue that may ease after 1-2 months of therapy. Without knowing what anti-depressant you're on I can't comment on side effects. I would recommend seeing your doctor for further evaluation to rule out other causes for your symptoms.

Question 6

hi,do i need the flu vaccination yet ? i'm 56, not overweight and don't drink alcohol & never smoked. only medication i'm on is beta blockers for anxiety(propopnolol) i'm a barber not working due to covid restrictions so not exposed to public. thanks?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: CDC, AAFP, ACP, virtually all the professional medical societies recommend a flu shot for EVERYONE, unless there is a strong and compelling contraindication not to do so. So...go get your shot! Stay healthy!

Question 7

are beta blockers or lexapro (escitalopram) better for anxiety.thanks?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety: Each have their benefits but Lexapro (escitalopram) is used primarily for anxiety and depression. Beta blockers have multiple functions, anxiety being one. It looks like your physician in trying multiple medications to give you more help throughout the day and treat on multiple fronts (which is a good idea).

Question 8

why and how can beta blockers increase depression and anxiety in some people?

Accepted Answer

Experts don't know: Depression is known to be in the top 3 side effects, but how? Is unknown. Beta-blockers  'sit' on beta-adrenergic receptors and stop them from being stimulated. So, perhaps some need not to be stopped to maintain good mood. They are actually used to treat symptoms of anxiety! work hard w/ your dr to avoid piling up side effects. If non-drug alternatives exist, try them!

Question 9

can beta blockers be taken long term for anxiety and palps when cardio has ruled heat is ok?

Accepted Answer

Multiple uses: beta blockers are used to treat hypertension, migraines, essential tremors and performance anxiety as well as heart conditions.

Question 10

can atenolol cause anxiety?i feel like it does and i've been on it for anxiety and tachy 50mg for the last 10 months. other beta blockers?

Accepted Answer

Other Beta blocker: Beta blockers commonly used for tachycardia symptomology include atenolol, propranolol, or metoprolol.

Rarely, atenolol is noted to cause mood-related effects.

If any concern about medication side effects, seek your physician for an evaluation.

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Given fluoxetine for anxiety. had performance anxiety before but im ok now. afraid meds will ruin sex life. what can i take to counter beta blocker?

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Beta blockers for anxiety/migraines, does this work?

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Should i try beta blockers for anxiety/migraines?

A member asked:

Natural alternatives to beta blockers for anxiety (adrenaline response) ? propranolol and others gave me side effects?

A member asked:

Constant fatigue, muscle pain and mood swings. i am on anti depressants and beta blockers for anxiety and depression but i don't feel this is thecause?

A member asked:

Hi,do i need the flu vaccination yet ? i'm 56, not overweight and don't drink alcohol & never smoked. only medication i'm on is beta blockers for anxiety(propopnolol) i'm a barber not working due to covid restrictions so not exposed to public. thanks?

A member asked:

Are beta blockers or lexapro (escitalopram) better for anxiety.thanks?

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Why and how can beta blockers increase depression and anxiety in some people?

A member asked:

Can beta blockers be taken long term for anxiety and palps when cardio has ruled heat is ok?

A member asked:

Can atenolol cause anxiety?i feel like it does and i've been on it for anxiety and tachy 50mg for the last 10 months. other beta blockers?

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