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Does Metoprolol Cause Anxiety Issue?

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Posted on Mon, 23 Oct 2017
Question: if im having issues with anxiety can i take 25 mg metoprolol to calm my pulse? i have a prescription but dont 5ake them, will one pill help
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Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
I would recommend as follows:

Detailed Answer:
Hello!

Welcome on HCM!

Yes, you can take this this dose of Metoprolol.

But you should know that propranolol is better compared to Metoprolol, because it has also effects on the central nervous system, calming anxiety.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!

Kind regards,

Dr. Iliri
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Does Metoprolol Cause Anxiety Issue?

Brief Answer: I would recommend as follows: Detailed Answer: Hello! Welcome on HCM! Yes, you can take this this dose of Metoprolol. But you should know that propranolol is better compared to Metoprolol, because it has also effects on the central nervous system, calming anxiety. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Kind regards, Dr. Iliri