Propranolol for Panic Disorder User Reviews (Page 3)

• Laur
• January 26, 2018

"This medication has helped calm me down . I don't use it for social anxiety I just use it intermittently when the panic attack starts where ever it comes on. It's a better alternative for me then using a only a benzo since I don't get tired after and can continue my day with driving around. Sometimes I have to use it in combination with a benzo to get over the humps on bad days or when I can't get anything done. Overall I have positive experiences with this and no side effects."

• LisaBi
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 30, 2020

"I originally started taking this tablet propranolol for GAD because I was getting a lot of palpitations. First thing I noticed it gave me horrific nightmares night after night but I persisted and they eventually went away. After a few weeks my BP came right down and is now under control"

• Mojo
• February 21, 2016

"Propranolol worked great for me until I was put on the 80mg slow release capsules. After 2 months of taking them I felt like a zombie every morning, and the effect would last all day until late evening. I thought I was going mad and was seen by the mental health team at the hospital who told me that propranolol can actually cause depression in some people!!! I gradually reduced the dose but now my anxiety symptoms have come back and I have insomnia."

• TTano
• March 11, 2018

"I was prescribed 10 mg proponolol for panic disorder. The first dose (5mg) felt great for 30 minutes as it calmed my heart rate down; however, I began to experience chest tightness and tight throat. It was like having a panic attack without the racing heart. Horrible."

• RAL
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 14, 2021

"I'd like to add my very positive experience with propranolol for long-term anxiety with no known cause except physical symptoms of sudden left chest tightness and an internal "racing" feeling that comes and goes (blood pressure and heart rate are normal when this happens). I have tried Zoloft and Lexapro and immediately did not like the side effects. This has been ongoing for 10 months and doctors (internist, cardiologist, endocrinologist, psychologist) don't have an answer to the cause except for anxiety. Because of the length of time these symptoms have been present, doctors would like me to be on a long-term SSRI/SNRI, but I do not like the idea of being on one of these medications and the side effects only seem to add to my anxiety. Propranolol (10 mg) as needed works within an hour and I normally end up taking 2-2 1/2 pills a day. The only other thing that works better is Ativan, but of course it is addictive and generally not prescribed long term."

• Kentu...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 17, 2022

"After having panic attacks for 27 years, I finally sought help. I take one 20mg Propranolol about 15-30 minutes prior to an anxiety-inducing event (I have anticipatory anxiety) has been an absolute game-changer. No more heart beating out of my chest, tunnel vision, sweaty palms, etc. Calms me down enough without making me sleepy and helps me get through. I only take as needed, maybe a total of 30 pills in a year."

• Fister
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 19, 2021

"I have struggled with anxiety for quite awhile. It turned into random panic attacks that had me feeling like I was going to DIE and would ruin me every time it happened. After multiple ER trips and heart monitoring everything checked out ok. My doc started me on 60mg of the extended release propranolol and it’s helped SO MUCH! Every once in awhile I’ll still get a breakthrough panic attack but it’s mild and doesn’t demolish my day like it use to. In the beginning I was more tired than usual but a few weeks in my body got use to it and I don’t even notice it anymore. I definitely recommend!!!"

• Peanu...
• May 6, 2017

"I'm only on 5mg for additional control of Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome along with 125mg of Amitriptyline. The amitriptyline was causing a high heart rate at current dose. Propranolol has helped bring my heart rate back down to normal along with helping my anxiety. Unfortunately I think it would work better if I went up in dosage but I can't because my blood pressure is getting to low. Side effects I had that went away with time were tiredness, diarrhea, feeling flat on emotions."

• Wanna...
• July 25, 2020

"Oh My God! I have never had side effects from meds. Kind of thought I had good genes. Until this drug. I’m trying to come off Diazepam , which I have used for too long alas, for severe panic & anxiety attacks. My Doctor gave me this drug propranolol and after three days I was in such a dark place. Kept waking up early in tears. Calf muscles felt like step bubbles. Life didn't seem worth it anymore. Called the Doctor. He took me off them. Wow! Never again. But a shame as this seems a good drug for a lot of ppl."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 26, 2023

"I physically can not have a panic attack when I take regular propranolol. It's honestly a miracle drug. Unfortunately doesn't stop the worrying thoughts, but does block the physical symptoms of anxiety and panic which can give you some relief and allow you to try work on the mental side of things. I take 120mg a day which is a high dose and I do feel side effects like being extremely sluggish, weak, and cold extremities."

• Pat
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 25, 2021

"Propranolol worked great for me! It was just what I needed when I could not manage my panic; however, I could not take this medication because after 5 days of taking it on an as needed basis, it made my psoriatic arthritis flair up super bad!! So big warning to anyone with psoriatic arthritis as beta-blockers can cause it flair up severely!! My psychiatrist knew I had this condition and did not warn me before hand. I felt awful for days and was covered in psoriasis until I looked online and found out propranolol can flair up my autoimmune problems. Such a disappointment as the medication worked pretty well. So warning to anyone with psoriasis/psoriatic arthritis, BE CAREFUL WITH THIS MED."

• CLAVD...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 24, 2023

"Decided to try a beta-blocker as an alternative to antidepressants. I was given a low dose (10mg daily) due to low blood pressure. It dampened certain symptoms of a panic attack (racing heart) without removing the underlying anxiety or mental distress. I didn't feel like myself and decided to come off them. The only side effects were mild drowsiness and headache. Obviously, this is only my experience - give it a go and see if it works for you."

• Mike
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 2, 2022

"I tried many SSRI's, SNRI's, in addition to Buspar and Remeron. All had negative side effect profiles as I wasn't depressed. My symptoms were always highly elevated heart rate and trouble breathing. 20mg of propanol twice a day has been amazing. Panic attacks are very rare now and when they occur, they symptoms are much less severe."

• NINER...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 8, 2015

"I always had panic attacks. I'm now 43 and klonopin wasn't really working anymore. The propranolol works great. I recommend this med it saved my life"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 24, 2014

"Great medicine for panic attacks, no anxiety and body symptoms after taking it."

• tmarie
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 5, 2023

"I use this medication for my panic attacks. It always helps me to calm down after a few minutes. My panic attacks have started to happen less and I am very glad about that."

• All...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 23, 2017

"Works better than xanex in my experience"

• Anonymous
• April 8, 2017

"I am so glad my doctor prescribed this for my severe anxiety and panic disorder. Finally some peace in my life."

• Anonymous
• March 13, 2012

"Have tried other medications, such as tricyclic antidepressants. Propranolol helped the most. Without it there is an uncomfortable feeling."

• mano
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 10, 2020

"I take when needed for panic disorder but it does not stop my shaking and tremors, mainly when I get anxious, I take to help yet I can't walk properly when panic sets in I'm jelly, and I'm ashamed"

• Alyxf...
• September 24, 2015

"Doesn't work at all. I have major panic disorder and I've tried everything except Xanax and Valium and I can say that this medicine surely does nothing in my case."

• Leah
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 15, 2020

"Suffered from PTSD for last 5 year , I got giving these and the made me worse. I was on the 40mg. I literally felt so panicky I felt like I was slipping into a panic attack."

• Tash
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 19, 2023

"Life-changing. Feel amazing after just a couple of weeks."

• PTSDa...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 13, 2014

"Propranolol does help a bit with panic attacks, but not all that much. It does not have too many discernible side effects besides some dizziness."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 26, 2023

"I find this medication effective for my panic disorder, it helps me feel calm. I have heard it can cause insomnia but I have not experienced that so far."