Hi all, 

I have been struggling with social and performance anxiety for a number of years now and I feel like I have exhausted most of my options in terms of medication and other treatments such as therapy / meditation etc. 

A couple of years ago, my GP at my previous surgery said that they thought beta-blockers would be ideal for me if it wasn't for my asthma, as I experience the physical symptoms of anxiety in social situations, such as flushing, sweating and shortness of breathe. However, they said it was "an absolute no-go" because I have asthma. My asthma is quite mild, I take the flixotide accuhaler (250mg) twice a day and I have never had an asthma attack despite having asthma since I was a child. 

If I cannot get a prescription from my GP, I am contemplating buying a beta-blocker such as propranolol online as I have tried many things that have ultimately failed, such as two types of SSRI's, CBD, even micro-dosing with psychedelics. None of these things have significantly reduced my physical symptoms of anxiety in social and work situations, which is making me feel like I have to take the risk.

For context, I live in the UK. Thanks for taking the time to read!