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Rising Trend of Beta Blockers as Anxiety Management Solution
Beta blockers are quickly emerging as a popular choice for tackling anxiety issues. The medication, primarily known as propranolol, gained U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval in 1967 for treating cardiovascular diseases, including high blood pressure.
Data from global IQVIA, as reported by The Wall Street Journal, indicates that prescriptions for propranolol have surged by 28% since 2020. This upward trend reflects a growing recognition of the medication’s off-label uses, particularly in managing anxiety.
Celebrity Influences on Anxiety Treatments
Recent endorsements by public figures have contributed to the increasing popularity of beta blockers for anxiety. At this year’s Academy Awards, actress Rachel Sennott recommended the medication on the red carpet, saying, “Take that beta blocker, girl. Swallow it down and lock in … Numb is in.”
TV personality Paige DeSorbo, co-host of the
