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Anxiety Disorder Treatment: Beta-blockers
Beta-blocker medications are used to treat anxiety disorder. These medications slow the heart rate, reduce blood pressure and may reduce symptoms of anxiety. Since beta-blockers reduce blood pressure, side effects include fatigue, dizziness or fainting.

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Last Updated: Sep 14, 2007  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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