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Is Pur-bloka effective for nervousness?
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Dear Doctor I do competativ show jumping and get quite nevous before entering ashow or having a jumping lesson in the week. My doctor prescribed me Inderal which was great I would just take one an hour before my lesson and another one at the start and it helped me tremendously(as when you are nervous it transfers to your horse). I phoned in for a repeat perscription but received Pur-bloka instead, I am confused as that seems to be for heart problem patient which is not me at all, I am very healthy adndo not take any medication of any tim I run 6 kms four times a week and am 52. Why did he give me Pur-bloka and is it ok.
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Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.I understand that you are concerned about the medication that you have been prescribed for your anxiety problem. Both Inderal and Pur-Bloka contain the same medication, Propranolol. Propranolol is a medication that is used for a treating a variety of conditions - like high blood pressure, heart problems AND ANXIETY (specifically social anxiety).Low doses of Propranolol is safe, effective and approved in the treatment of anxiety disorders, especially situational / social anxiety. So, you needn't worry about the medication change. You have been given the correct medication for your problem.Wish you all the best.Regards,Dr. Jonas SundarakumarConsultant Psychiatrist