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Propranolol for anxiety, is this okay?

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Anxiety: If you experience palpitations from anxiety then it should be ok. If no palpitations then no need.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/5/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

A/W Dr Chilakapati: While Propranolol can be beneficial - it doesn't treat the underlying cause for anxiety disorders.

Dr Novick and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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