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Old Sep 23, 2015, 07:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Nike007 View Post
I think I mentioned a beta-blocker to her, but I told her I really didn't want to go on another medication, but I don't seem to have another choice at the moment. It's getting way out of hand now.

I will think about it. What's the difference between a beta-blocker and a benzodiazepine?

Thanks for the response [emoji4] .

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Beta-blockers reduce physical symptoms of anxiety, and sometimes the mental symptoms. Benzodiazepines are medications that are sedating, unlike beta-blockers. Benzodiazepines also have muscle relaxant properties, which is when people are sedated with midazolam, they may have issues holding their heads up. Oh and benzodiazepines are addictive while propranolol is not.
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Dx: Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Alternating, Mild Social Anxiety Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - PI

Rx: Vyvanse 30mg, Propranolol 10mg PRN, Amitriptyline 25mg PRN

Previous Rx: Lots of Amoxicillin, Alprazolam, Ibuprofen 200mg
Thanks for this!
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