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Is taking inderal (propranolol) for antipsychotic akathisia and good idea because it can cause insomnia nightmares and trouble sleeping? i value sleep

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Not an issue: Less than one in ten patients has an issue with parasomnias or insomnia with use of propranolol.

Answered 5/17/2017

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