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Im a 22 year old female and Iwas prescribed 20MG of propranolol about a month ago for my rapid heart rate and ever since I've been exhausted and dizzy almost all the time. There are some days I feel okay then others I can't seem to get the energy I need and I feel extremely lightheaded and unable to focus. I don't know what to do, could this be the source?
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helen65899 paige69327
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Hi Paige,
Im surprised that you are having such a strong reaction to such a low dose. I'm on 80 mg for migraine, and don't have your symptoms. It helps my stage fright too, as I play in concerts and used to get shaky. Is your fast heart beat due to stress? (Sometimes I get a rapid heart rate in the evenings after an extra stressful day.) If so, the propanonlol should help. Has your heart been checked over? I would go back to the GP if it doesn't settle down soon. 20 mg is a very low dose, but maybe there's another beta blocker which would suit you better. Good luck! Helen
linda34392 paige69327
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OMG Im so glad I saw this. I v been taking 40mg of propranol for quite a few weeks now to slow down my heartbeat (which I dont think I need) and have barely been able to get out of bed. I try to clean, shop etc. but inevitably end up lying back down and sleeping. Twice I have slept for 24 hours. Its a wonder my heart hasn't stopped altogether. I HAVE MADE AN APPOINTMENT WITH MY DOC BUT IN BETWEEN RIGHT OR WRONG iM CUTTING OUT AT LEAST ONE TAB. ACTUALLY, i HOPE IT IS THE TABS, OTHERWISE i HAVE SOMETHING SERIOUSLY WRONG. i'M SCARED TO TAKE A BATH BECAUSE i HAVE DIZZY SPELLS.. How are you now?
liz75939 linda34392
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As for treating me with this drug for PTSD, I have discovered it is supposed be used for a single event trauma in conjunction with psychotherapy . I have Complex PTSD from ongoing trauma, so the drug was mis-prescribed and also there was no follow up or instructions on discontinuation from the prescribing dr.
I hope tapering off helps you to safely come off this medication, as I agree, I had no quality of life on propanolol, and although I had no prior heart issues I fear I do now. Oh, the depression completley disappeared on day 14 of withdrawl.
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