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Is there an anti-anxiety medicine that works to control severe performance anxiety (speaking on public) for one day?

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Yes: Several strategies including behavioral therapy and/or medication. Common meds include Xanax (alprazolam) and beta blockers.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Yes: Propranolol, a type of medication called a "beta blocker", has been shown to be very helpful for performance anxiety. It can be taken on an "as needed" basis. Of course, only do this under a physician's supervision. Hope this answer helped.

Answered 2/2/2015

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