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What effects do beta-blocker drugs have on a big presentation?

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Dr. Irv Loh answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Actually may help: Performance anxiety, or colloquially, stage fright, or fear of public performances, may be mitigated by small doses of beta-blockers. Should only be used under you doctor's supervision, since there are adverse effects possible for which your doctor can screen you.

Answered 8/4/2018

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