Propranolol for Performance Anxiety User Reviews (Page 3)

• MRS...
• November 30, 2015

"So ALL my life I've struggled with confidence! I could never get in front of people , I could never be social! The second I heard that celebrities take this stuff I just had To get my hands on some! This is a MIRACLE PILL! I am telling you, Now I don't care about what anyone thinks of me. I really don't! It's hilarious, who would of thought a simple pill could launch my career? I am very successful now THANKS TO THIS PILL! I know that some people think that overcoming anxiety and gaining experience is part of the challenge of being a successful business woman, or a performer BUT FORGET THAT! Why would you want to actually dedicate and commit yourself to that for years when you can take this pill and loose the stress of anxiety. Great pill "

• Kkara...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 27, 2024

"I blanked out during a presentation at university and had a full-blown panic attack; extreme sweating, shaky hands, and wobbly legs. I was a quivering mess. I was barely able to get through that horrific ordeal. Fortunately, I came across this drug through research: 80 mg 1.5 hours before a presentation and I'm bulletproof, no more physical symptoms! Armed with this incredible tool, I can now focus on other aspects of being a good speaker without being weighed down by a panicky body. Absolute lifesaver!"

• Mvt
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 28, 2012

"I'll get straight too the point. If you're struggling with performance anxiety, and feel helpless (like I did), stop waiting and go see your doctor immediately and get a script for propranolol; it changed my life. Ever since I enrolled in University my fear of public speaking became heightened (because of the pressure to succeeded) to the point where I had a panic attack during a presentation. It was the worst moment in my life, and I knew I needed serious help. I got a script for propranolol, and took 20mg 1 hour and 1/2, and another 20mg before my presentation. I went up (I was so nervous I didn't sleep at all the night before) and absolutely killed it. I felt so comfortable in front of the stage. It changed my life."

• Craig...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 13, 2023

"I can't say enough about how this changed my life. Mild panic attacks used to rule any public speaking experience. Propranolol had removed that feeling entirely. Simply amazing. Wish I had known about it years before. I take 20 mg an hour before any speaking engagement."

• Rebekah
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 19, 2023

"This medicine has changed my life. I used to shake uncontrollably and sweat so badly. I had anxiety brought on by PTSD, and I had it for such a long period of time that I didn't realize it was anxiety causing these symptoms (shaking & sweating). My neurologist is the doctor who prescribed it for me, and within the first 30 minutes of taking it, I noticed my tremors had stopped completely. I was shocked that one little pill could change so much so quickly."

• life...
• July 25, 2015

"I could not function in my work environment without this drug. I have severe performance anxiety. I am not able to give talks, I'm not good in groups, and am very anxious when put in the spot light. I take 40 mg of propanolol and I am able to function. Without this medication, I would have quit my career and sink deep into depression. Without this medication, I would shake uncontrollably, feel numb with fear and embarrassment, and feel completely out of control."

• panic...
• May 7, 2015

"I have had a panic attack recently more to do so with relationship and work issues, went to the doctor who prescribed me with the medication and I can honestly say within a couple hours I felt relaxed, I don't feel that anxiety where I feel helpless and out of control wanting to cry myself senseless or run out the house screaming because everything around me is suffocating me!! however it works it is the best thing going for me so far :)"

• Corry...
• February 2, 2015

"I failed 12 attempted classes in a community college because I struggle with Panic Disorder/Social phobia. Presenting to the class was a nightmare, I couldn't get through it without shaking so bad, students thought I was having a seizure, so I either dropped out of the class or skipped the presentation completely receiving a zero. If I didnt have faith in God, I think overtime the disorder would have caused me to not want to live anymore, which is sad. I sought professional help from a Psychiatrist and he prescribed me Propranolol. I not only graduated from community college, but am now finishing with my Bachelors at a University. Propranolol has saved my life and that is an understatement. P.S. It is $12 WITHOUT insurance."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 4, 2022

"I AM ABSOLUTELY STUNNED! I never thought I’ll see the day where I don’t have a panic attack while presenting. Propranolol is a godsend for people with performance anxiety. Gave a 5 minute speech without my voice, legs , and arms trembling. Took 40mg hour before, which is double my recommended dose (bad idea). I thought I would the biggest fear of public speaking that no medication can help. Glad I’m wrong. Definitely recommend!"

• Kenny...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 5, 2022

"I would like to say 2 things. First I used inderal/ propranolol for years helping me at my religious services. The need to give talks was such that I used it to assist with my severe, and I mean severe panic/stage fright. Years later I was diagnosed with bipolar and found out panic is 20 % higher in bipolar people which explained a lot of what I saw in my life. Propranolol was a great help. Second, and I feel this is important. Many will fell ashamed to have help with stage fright. I guess there are people that judge us and we judge ourselves. It may appear that we need to 'snap out of it' as I was kinda told a few times. Well....stop!. Anxiety, bipolar , the fears that cause stage freight are not character flaws. We shouldn't allow anyone to turn a mental / emotional issue based on whatever is happening and has happened to you biologically, physically , emotionally and even mentally into nothing. You need, what you need. Get help in whatever form a doctor gives. Inderal helps"

• Socia...
• April 9, 2015

"This is a miracle drug for people who suffer with the physical affects of anxiety. I had a very important live TV interview coming up that I was absolutely terrified about, and the thing I was most nervous about was shaking on TV. Every experience I've had with public speaking I have had uncontrollable tremors in my hands and head. I took 40mg of propranolol an hour before the interview, and I experienced none of the awful shaking, blushing, sweating or the increased heart rate. It was a such a relief. The drug will not stop the anxious thoughts or the feeling of terror before the performance, but it absolutely will block the physical effects, which is what most performance anxiety sufferers panic about."

• Unive...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 28, 2014

"I am in full time school in a program that requires me to give many oral presentation. I am a somewhat shy and introverted person and have always had a lot of trouble being able to do this effectively. I get very anxious and I shake and get short of breath and feel my heart racing. I had heard about propranolol so I consulted with my GP and she prescribed 40mg to me. The first time taking it right before my presentation I felt slightly anxious and was thinking that it wasn't working, however the minute I started to present I felt calm and relaxed and was able to present well. No shaking or pounding heart, which I now realize increased the anxiety and really interfered. This medication is a lifesaver to me, I am glad I found it!"

• Changes...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 19, 2013

"I have always had a debilitating fear of public speaking, to the point I would worry months before I knew I was giving a presentation. In my line of work, it is an important skill to be able to give oral presentations and I knew it was something I would have to fix. My doctor prescribed me propranolol. I was reluctant, but after reading others reviews, I gave it a shot. It honestly is the BEST thing my doctor could have prescribed me. I am able to give a presentation without shaking and actually feel at ease. I hope over time as my confidence builds, I will be able to deliver a speech without it."

• Snakle
• March 7, 2017

"Absolutely great. I used to have shaky voice, no independent thought, facial twitching...I used to have to have down a couple shots of vodka to make it through a 5 minute presentation. Now, take 40mg 2 hours out, another 20mg one hour from show time, and it is like magic. I am engaging, comfortable, able to make eye contact, and even improvise on the fly. My presentations end with a committee firing questions in rapid succession, propranolol has provided the ability to take them all in stride. Nothing substitutes for adequate preparation and this will not make you shine if you don't know what you are talking about, but it is a godsend when you know your stuff yet so uncomfortable your delivery SUCKS. Wish I discovered sooner!!"

• Propr...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 9, 2013

"I got on here just to rate this medicine, ironically, after reading about it on here. I'm a professional speaker and performer who for years was an amateur wannabe speaker and performer. I have a lot of involuntary nervousness like redness and shaking hands which would sabotage me despite my general level of comfort and quality of presentation. Take 10-40 mg 30 mins to an hour and it becomes physically impossible to get nervous. Now I'm rapidly moving up in my field thanks to my poise and confidence. "

• Gulp
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 5, 2015

"I have struggled with public speaking my whole life, but it all boils down to what I call "that thing my voice does." When I have to speak in a large group, or even get put on the spot to tell a short anecdote with 5-6 people, I get this wave of physical anxiety and my throat feels like it closes. Its like I have to swallow uncontrollably.. Recently a switch in primary care doctor resulted in a prescription for propranolol. It is a miracle! It just works. I don't have palpitations, no crushing adrenaline rush, and my voice is calm and clear!! I would pay $1,000,000 for this - no exaggeration. I read an article where a cardiologist said he went to a physician conference and at least 20% of the Drs presenting used a beta blocker."

• go...
• May 6, 2013

"I used to freak out during presentations, it got to the point where I would have a full blown panic attack in front of the classroom. I would get so embarrassed and it made me feel insecure then in all aspects of my life. Especially social situations. I had a presentation today and although I was nervous before, it completely disappeared once I started talking. My heart was still pounding but not coming out of my chest and I wasn't shaking. I felt so calm and confident. I think this pill is amazing."

• njchuck
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 23, 2014

"I just tried propranolol for public speaking for the first time yesterday. I've hated public speaking my whole life. I shake and blush and it's very embarrassing. I Have a new job now where I have to speak in front of people sometimes. My Dr prescribed me 10 mg. I tried it over the weekend to see if I had any side effects and there were none. I'm generally an anxious person and it did make me feel calmer, but it was a subtle effect and I was worried that 10mg wouldn't work during my speech because I see some reviews of people taking much higher doses. But it actually worked. I still felt nervous like my Dr said I would but at least I didn't shake at all or feel the physical symptoms of my nervousness. I wish I had found this in high school and college."

• Kayy
• September 12, 2009

Inderal (propranolol) "Started having panic attacks with anxiety about 6 months ago. Started taking Inderal 20 mg - once in the morning. Noticed significant improvement the first day. This drug has been awesome for me! Was also given Xanax at the same time but I only feel I need it occasionally."

• AC Sl...
• March 27, 2015

"Okay, first off my anxiety has gotten worse the past couple of years to the point where if my boss calls me in his office to talk to me one on one, I get sweaty palms, quivering voice, and chest pain. Well...I came to this sight saw what you guys had to say and I got a prescription for Propanolol thinking it would help me. Guess What? It's a total GAMECHANGER. My boss called me in his office today to try to intimidate me and I was just like Hey boss what's new? What can I do for you? I just treated him like it was no big deal and he wasn't intimidating me one bit. I put a bead on him and look him directly in his eyes and was cool and calm. I could have NEVER done that before. Thanks everyone on here. Propanolol is the real deal."

• Miracle...
• March 1, 2014

"Like lots of you that have commented. I have a huge fear of speaking in front of large groups of people. I'm in sales and I'm great in 1 on 1 or smalls groups when making a sales call. But when I'm asked to speak or get up and talk in company sales meetings that usually consist of 50 people. I freak out instant red face shaky hands trembling voice the whole 9 yards. I was to the point of making a career change from a job that I loved because I lost hope in fixing this problem. Until my doctor prescribed me propranolol or the miracle pill! I take 1 20mg pill about 1 hour before a meeting and 1 take another 10mg right before the meeting. I loose all fear no shaky hands no red face my heart rate is calm I think clear and speak well. Love it."

• nags
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 17, 2024

"I had suffered from rapid heart rate, sudden onset of tremors, sudden onset of dizziness, sudden nervousness and this had put my life in ruins. I was initially on Metoprolol and symptoms got worse. The doctor put me on Ramipril and symptoms still worsened, and I felt I would die within a few months. I suffered in this manner for 7 years. I could not drive, could not travel alone, lost the feeling of being alive. I visited several cardiologists and all came up with the same answer - it's my mind which is triggering anxiety. In one of the gatherings, I almost felt that I am going to die since the side effects of metoprolol caused a lot of hypoglycemia-like feelings. Luckily, another cardiologist prescribed me PROPRANOLOL. After that, the symptoms started disappearing within a month's time. It's been almost 7 months on Propranolol - Inderol 20Mg and I got my actual life back. I am able to spend more time in the office and put in more effort into my work. I even visited other countries without any fe"

• Anonymous
• June 6, 2015

"I suffer from mild social anxiety, audience anxiety or stage fright which when put in the spotlight in big groups (church, ministry programs, or work related events) resulted in me being soaking wet from sweating. I had taken myself off of caffeine, and made efforts to exercise for about an hour to an hour and half before events to practically sweat myself dry. I spoke w/a dr. friend of mine and prescribed 20 mg of propranolol 3 times a day. I have found that if I take it regularly as a daily maintenance drug it is most effective. The last presentation I gave at work in front of about 75 people I sailed thru it w/lots of compliments. I have noticed no side effects either."

• I...
• May 31, 2011

Inderal (propranolol) "I have struggled with public speaking my entire life. This is truly a miracle medicine for me. I like the fact that I do not have to take it everyday...only for specific events which are typically scheduled in advance. I would still prefer no medication but have been very happy with the results from Inderal."

• Anony...
• March 10, 2014

"Propranolol is an AMAZING medication that completely eliminated the physical symptoms of my speech anxiety. My cognitive ability was sharp and the symptoms of shaking, fast heartbeat and adrenaline rushes GONE! I highly recommend this medicine for those of you who have uncontrollable physical speech anxiety."