Doctors sparked controversy by talking on social media regarding a drug to treat stress and anxiety during job interviews and confronting the public, and many interacted with them and wondered regarding how to use it, its complications, and the health of not needing a prescription when buying it.
A source at the Food and Drug Authority explained toNews 24“Propranolol 10mg is registered and authorized and is dispensed in pharmacies with a prescription, adding that it is possible to know the registered drugs through Link .
For his part, consultant psychiatrist Dr. Walid Al-Suhaibani confirmed that tension and anxiety before the job interview is considered normal, and turns abnormal if accompanied by symptoms such as: sweating, tremors, and inability to sleep on the night of the interview.
He explained toNews 24The medicines that are prescribed to treat specific health problems must be consulted and discussed with the doctor, because some of them are suitable for one person and not suitable for another, even if the symptoms are similar between them.
Al-Suhaibani advised practicing physical activity for half an hour a day, adhering to healthy eating, adequate sleep and staying away from smoking, whether shisha or regular or electronic cigarettes; Because smokers are more prone to feelings of stress and anxiety than others.
He pointed out that if anxiety and tension persist and are accompanied by severe symptoms that constitute psychological pressure and affect the person’s lifestyle, such as the inability to perform work well or continue studying, then he should visit a psychiatrist.
