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I take b blocker for my social anxiety 2tabs everyday can i switch to escitalopram and how should i take and quit it to improve my condition?plz help

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Help: Escitalopram and beta-blockers don't treat the same things. For social anxiety -- not "performance" anxiety -- escitalopram tends to be more effective. It takes a few weeks to start working. However, each individual needs to be specifically considered, so no clear formula can be offered, and you need to speak to your prescriber.

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A member asked:

I take b blocker for my social anxiety 2tabs everyday can i switch to escitalopram and how should i take and quit it to improve my condition?plz help

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matthew Smith answered

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

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