Propranolol for Panic Disorder User Reviews (Page 2)

• Ashley
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 7, 2018

"I was prescribed propranolol for panic attacks. This drug was almost as effective as a benzodiazepine. It calmed the very uncomfortable physical effects of having a panic attack. It did nothing for my racing thoughts, but I was able to control those after my body was calm. Sadly, I had to discontinue using it because it gave me double vision and extremely heavy eyelids. It is a fantastic alternative to other anxiety meds since it isn’t addictive. I’d recommend propranolol to anyone who suffers from panic disorder."

• Boiled...
• November 8, 2013

"I tried Cipralex for 6 months, then Wellbutrin XL for 4 months. They helped but still not able to function ( No work, moved home, no friends, Not willingly leaving the house, avoiding social anything). I was then prescribed Propranolol with the Wellbutrin, a gradual build up to 20mg over 1 month. Now I am as cool as a cucumber. Still a bit nervous to head outside but that is just thoughts and not a physical reaction. No side effects besides weird dreams but that might be from the Wellbutrin. The first time in a year since this all started I am seeing a light at the end of the tunnel. I am 28, male, heavy drinker. Alcohol might be why this all started. I went from traveling extensively to never leaving the house overnight."

• Virz
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 25, 2020

"I have a quite severe anxiety randomly that can give me physical symptoms like racing heartbeat, dry heaving, nausea and shortness of breath. Not to mention the Panic attacks that gets me every time after that. I found this drug propranolol on some website and I tried it myself, works really great on treating my anxiety and I'm on 20mg twice a day. My panic disorder seems gone too, but it has a troublesome side effect for me like Acid Reflux on my stomach and a little bit of dizziness. For people that have medical history on Ulcer or GERD, I suggest you take this med with your Ulcer/GERD meds (like PPIs and Sucralfate). Overall this med is the champ for beating up any kind of anxiety or Panic disorder. Very Recommended."

• TheSt...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 19, 2018

"This pill is nothing short of a miracle drug. I was hesitant at first, but after reading all of these comments I figured why not give it a shot. I had a bad presentation about a year ago and ever since then I’ve been petrified of standing in front of a large group of people and giving a few minute presentation. I just did a 30 min presentation and by golly did the pill work. I took 40mg around 2 hours before, then another 20mg 45 minutes before the presentation. It completely got rid of the physical symptoms Including red face, quivering voice, and sweating. That presentation was a breeze...it should be a legit crime that people don’t know about this drug. Doctors don’t have a problem prescribing it because it’s an old medicine and makes it nearly impossible to take too much."

• Happy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 8, 2021

"Today is the first time in my life I have zero anxiety. 20mg is my sweet spot. A few hours ago I was dying with panic. It is like I've been set free. Iv'e had high doses of Ativan and just felt stupid like my mind was muddled up and impulsive, this... this is different. Thank you God for answering my prayers"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 19, 2012

"Inderal is a really great alternative to benzodiazepines for anxiety and panic attacks. I have generalized anxiety disorder and am prone to having panic attacks, especially in high stress situations that I can't get out of right away. I am prescribed 20mg to take as needed, up to three times a day. When I have my panic attacks, I fear that I might have a heart attack or some bad heart problem because my panic makes my heart pound so hard and fast. Inderal is a beta blocker that blocks adrenaline, so when I take it, my heart slows down a little and doesn't feel as though it is pounding in my chest. It doesn't remove my panic completely but it prevents my anxiety and worries from building. I like Inderal because it is safe and not addictive."

• Pete...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 30, 2015

"I had terrible anxiety and fear of flying ...each 1 hour flight to Europe was a major battle..i would down Brandy to cope. But I knew I would not be able to cope and needed professional help for the 24 hour flight to Australia ... I was proscribed Propranolol 40 mg & did not think they would work, however I was amazed .. I was dead calm through out the flight and Never had any of the crippling anxiety or panic attacks that had been devastating my life for the previous two years .. I am amazed by this medicine ... thankyou to the manufacturer.."

• TheBi...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 22, 2018

"I am 52 and have had devastating panic attacks since age 12. I tried tricyclics, then an SSRI (Zoloft) with limited results. Than I was given a "wonder drug," the benzodiazepine Xanax and my panic went from a 10 to a 2. That didn't last long because Xanax requires increased dosage to get past the tolerance your body develops to achieve the same result. After two years my doctor had me on a prescription of 8mg/day, (2mg 4x/day), an extremely high amount. In addition, Xanax is not intended for long term anti-anxiety therapy. I was getting into car accidents, couldn't concentrate, had slow reaction times, memory problems, etc. I also had to walk around with my prescription bottle in my pocket. I went to another doctor who introduced to Propranolol and it works wonders. Effexor XR also works well for me. I presently take Propranolol 60mg twice a day, Effexor 150mg/day, Klonopin-,a longer acting benzo-ONLY as needed and continue with counseling."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 31, 2012

"This medicine is great at preventing the physical symptoms of panic attacks which are my biggest concern. At 10mg, it keeps my heart rate at a tolerable level and I don't shake or feel nauseous. However, if I take it and don't experience any stress it completely wipes me out and makes me feel like I just want to sleep all day."

• meckam
• December 28, 2015

"Panic attack strike me big time especially during working hours. I get horrible heart palpitations. I take this med and it helps me big time.. My heart calms down in just 3-5 mins.. I have this everywhere I go. It saved my life too.."

• Chops...
• August 7, 2015

"This medicine saved my life. I have panic disorder and a mild heart condition. When I was first diagnosed with my heart condition I could not leave the house for fear something would happen to me - I guess agoraphobia set in. This medicine stopped my heart from beating rapidly and calmed me down together with my other medicines. A wonderful medicine."

• Lil
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 29, 2017

"I have to take half a packet of beta blockers for to make them work for me. I'm also on diazepam too. I've tried other drugs they don't even touch me in fact they made me suicidal. I've had a panic disorder over 4 years and even was referred to mental health team. I had cognitive behaviour therapy for my panic disorder and OCD. It never worked for me. I have seen therapist and other people like that. I lost close members of my family and was in terrible relationships. I've also been raped and many years later was mugged I've been a victim of a crime twice. Sorry to blabber on - I don't want sympathy but if any other people have gone through this speak out to friends councillor or get professional advice it does help. Thank you for reading I'm from uk"

• Richm...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 6, 2021

"I’ve been having panic attacks regularly in situations like, board meetings, trains, haircuts. As soon as I’m in a situation where I know it’s not ok to just leave I panic and have to fight the urge to escape, causing faintness and severe stress. With a new job coming up I needed help, I’ve taken propranalol now for three weeks, including giving a speech, countless meetings and I’ve had no symptoms. You still get the idea of a panic “here we go” feeling but it’s doesn’t come to anything and once you realise this you can relax and focus. I take only when I know I need it and the rest of the time I don’t use. Great drug!!"

• Anonymous
• June 16, 2017

"WONDER DRUG. My story may be different, I was going to the ER it seemed like every other day for high BP 200/something, pulse high, they would run test EKG, blood work, give me Ativan and send me home. Later my Dr put me on a BP pills and my Psychologist put me on Ativan and another anxiety medication, took it for a few years then got off, I was doing better, ... Life was great. Then it happened again I went to the ER three days straight, once I even called the ambulance. The ER Dr. made me an appt with my Psychologist that day, my Psyc told me about this medication, my last reading for my BP was 139/91 but the week before it was 176/109 and no panic attacks I take 60mg x2 a day."

• Ella
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 16, 2019

"I'm 19 years old and have been suffering from panic attacks for over 3 years now. I just stated to take propranolol last year and since taking it it has been working well. I don't take it everyday as I don't want to be dependent on it to stop my panic attacks but whenever I have or just had a panic attack I always have propranolol."

• Sky
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 30, 2019

"I've been on 40mg propranolol twice a day for 2 days. It's eased off my anxiety so I can walk around and my legs aren't like jelly and also slowed my racing heart. Obviously this medicine does nothing for the mental effects of anxiety. It's definitely brought a calm over me. Feel a bit woozy after taking the med's. Made me very tired but also given me insomnia. I can deal with all this just to get a sense of calm and be able to function normal. If your doctor offers you this for anxiety please try it before you go down the benzo route. (By this is really important DON'T take it if you are asthmatic it can cause airways to constrict)"

• CatLady
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 1, 2019

"I was given this drug propranolol when my hormonal anxiety/mood went absolutely haywire after being diagnosed with PCOS. I was a crying, panicky mess! I was having to miss work. I was already on Lexapro 20mg daily and Buspar 30mg daily but they were no match for my hormones. At first the doc prescribed me propranolol 80mg, it was WAY too much! It knocked me out for hours. We tried it again starting with 10mg (the lowest dose) and worked our way up. 20mg daily is the magic dose for me. It helps so much! At first I had some stomach upset, but that only last a few weeks. Now I don't have any side effects aside from feeling a bit sleepy occasionally."

• Aliik...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 22, 2016

"I have had intense panic attacks when talking to a bunch of people, giving presentations and explaining myself to strangers. When giving presentations, there have been instances when i felt really embarrassing and humiliating due to panic attacks. My heart pounds like hell and my body is no more in my control with very narrow and blurring vision and shortness of breath. I checked my heartbeat once before presentation and it was 165-175 bpm. For the record, my bpm while running stays somewhere between 150-160 bpm. After taking a 40mg propanolol before 2 hours and 40mg before 1 hour (total of 80mg as i didnt know whether ot would work or not), i was very calm and in control and no more heart pounding, no more shortness of breath."

• Joe...
• December 18, 2014

"Works great. For very stressful events, its not enough. I take 20 mg plus 0.5 mg Ativan. That does the trick 1 hour before. If its a mildly stressful event I don't need the Ativan. Just the 20 mg. it's not effective for me anyway to stop a panic attack after its started. I need Ativan plus propranolol for that."

• zionf...
• January 27, 2017

"I was prescribed propranalol for two reasons: cough & anxiety. I had been on metoprolol for at least 15 years for high blood pressure. This new med is a win-win-win for me since it has helped my chronic cough PLUS it does a better job for my hypertension PLUS it has reduced my anxiety level. I have tried almost everything available for anxiety, most of which are highly addictive (benzos) or have a great number of side effects (SSRI's). I will rate this again after I've been on the med for 5-6 months. "

• crazy...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 27, 2017

"Using 40 mg every AM & 20-40 mg as needed for at five years, it’s my saving grace in most everyday situations that can cause panic or anxiety. I used benzos for 15+ years with a strong dependency, I honestly thought I’d never get off them, until Propranolol. One dose in the morning carries me through to lunch, and only if needed do I take more. The ER version lowered my pulse below 55, even at the lowest dose, and honestly it didn’t work half as well. Maybe it’s mind over matter but I start to feel relief from panic or anxiety within 15 minutes and I’m fine within a half hour at most. My advice to everyone-less is more, if you dose daily try a larger dose in the morning & half doses as needed, too much and you’ll be drowsy"

• worrier
• September 9, 2014

"I was prescribed propranolol 4 years ago and was on 160mg daily for around a year and it worked straight away. Took away the racing heart and trembling hands and made me feel normal, after around 6 months I started to feel light headed and dizzy and was moved down to 80mg daily which I was on for around 2 years, when I felt I was on better control of my panic attacks I started to titrate down the propranolol as you are not allowed to just stop taking it and this is the downside, as when my panic attacks where under control, I was starting to get a racing heart and trembling again as the doctors where trying to get my titration rate sorted out and I was moved down too quickly. It took 18 months to do this which was the downside."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 8, 2024

"Certain unpleasant events will trigger a condition I think of as 'slow time'. During these periods, I have quite clear symptoms (albeit... it sometimes takes me a while to recognize them). Time is very slow (not from drug use, which a doctor suspected), sweating, no appetite, and rumination. Propranolol is able to snap me out of this state (which, when unchecked, has lasted for days). It works well with mirtazapine. The mirtazapine helps with sleep and breaking the rumination, but propranolol is key for me."

• Brady
• January 30, 2016

"My 15 year old daughter suffers from severe anxiety and panic attacks, her psychiatrist put her on 10mg of Propranolol once daily as SSRI's weren't helping. The medication worked well and she felt less anxious within a few days, she did feel she needed a slightly higher dose for really high anxiety provoking situations, however her doctor didn't want to increase her does. After 1 month of being on medication I noticed she was shedding a lot of hair. She immediately stopped taking the medication as I knew this was a "rare" side effect. 4 weeks since she has been off she is STILL shedding lots of hair and overall lost about 30% of her hair. Pray everyday it will stop as it is devastating. Think twice before taking this med."

• Joewood
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 23, 2016

"This medicine has been a God sent especially with the upsher Smith version of propranolol ER no longer feel like I have panic attacks anymore my anxiety is gone and my performance has done a great job especially at work when I took the Actavis Elizabeth version I have all kinds of side effects I was very lethargic I couldn't take a shower I couldn't cook I couldn't clean my house it was awful then I went to another Pharmacy and got the upsher-smith version I was very leery about it and I did my extensive research and found out that this is one of the best generics of propranolol I'll be sticking with this version but don't try to activis Elizabeth version because it will mess you up try the upsher Smith and you can go on with your life."