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Hi, I Was Recently Just Preserved A Beta Blocker To

Posted on Thu, 22 Aug 2019

Question: Hi, I was recently just preserved a beta blocker to help with my stage fright and fear of public speaking. Is this a pretty safe drug for short term anxiety before a certain event such as public speaking. Should I expect major side effects. I’ve never taken one before.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soujanya (56 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
My suggestion.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, welcome to ask a doctor service,

I have gone through your query in detail and can certainly understand your concern towards your symptoms.

Yes, I can be pretty sure about beta blockers that which help for your performance anxiety and public speaking.

Nothing to worry much about the side effects.

Hope this information would help you.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Soujanya (18 minutes later)

Thank you for the information. The presentation I’m about to give is at a wedding. Is it very unsafe to have even a sip of alcohol when on this or in moderation is okay? Thank you for your help!

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soujanya (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, you can have a sip of alcohol.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome back,

I have gone through your follow up query and can certainly understand your concern.

Yes, you can definitely have a sip of alcohol with out any worry.

Hope this information would help you.
Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng