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Propranolol.

Blocks the physical surge of adrenaline: the racing heart, the tremor, the shaking voice. Your mind stays clear.

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At a glance
Typical dose

10 to 40 mg, 30 to 60 minutes before

Your physician sets your dose.

Form

Tablet

Generic, from a licensed US pharmacy.

Regulatory status

FDA-approved for heart conditions and migraine prevention. Use for performance anxiety is off-label.

Used in: Stage fright

What to expect

The timeline.

  1. Test doseTry it at home on a quiet day first.
  2. Event dayTake it 30 to 60 minutes before. Lasts around four hours.
  3. OngoingOnly on the days you need it.
Common side effects

Cold hands, tiredness, light-headedness, slow pulse.

Not suitable for

People with asthma or COPD, a slow heart rate, low blood pressure, heart block or uncontrolled heart failure. Can mask low blood sugar in diabetes.

This is a summary, not the full prescribing information. Read the leaflet that comes with your medication. Report side effects to your physician, or to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

The evidence

Used for performance anxiety since the 1970s, with controlled studies in musicians and public speakers.

Published trial results, not okay. patient outcomes.

Propranolol
$29/mo

Includes physician care, messaging, medication if prescribed, and free discreet shipping.

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