Some people who don't have chronic anxiety may also take beta-blockers to help fight specific situational anxiety or phobias. For example, if you are afraid of flying, you might take one before a flight.
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Pharmacological treatmentMedication is sometimes prescribed on a temporary basis to treat the symptoms of a flying phobia, such as anxiety and nausea. These drugs are usually taken shortly before a flight. They include: Anti-anxiety medication, such as diazepam (Valium) or alprazolam (Xanax).
Beta-blockers are typically used to provide short-term relief of physical symptoms caused by anxiety. Most people who take beta-blockers for anxiety take the medication as needed before an anxiety-inducing event, such as a plane flight, public speaking engagement, or medical procedure.
For example, deep breathing or meditation during take-off, landing or turbulence can reduce your symptoms of anxiety. You can also learn to “talk back” to negative thoughts about flying when they arise.
For example, deep breathing or meditation during take-off, landing or turbulence can reduce your symptoms of anxiety. You can also learn to “talk back” to negative thoughts about flying when they arise.
What medication is used to make flying easier? Common over-the-counter medications used for flying anxiety are Dramamine, Ambien, and Benzodiazepines like Xanax. Natural medications include GABA supplements and Melatonin supplements or gummies.