Episode

8 Jun 2026 · 43 min

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In this 2026 podcast, Mihail Pautov presents an extensive, disclaimer‑rich overview of propranolol, one of the world’s most prescribed beta‑blockers. He traces its discovery by Sir James Black in the 1960s, explains the drug’s pharmacodynamics (non‑selective β1/β2 antagonism, lipophilicity, central nervous system penetration, weak serotonin‑receptor antagonism) and pharmacokinetics (peak at ~75 min, half‑life 3‑6 h, hepatic metabolism). The episode then enumerates the classic cardiovascular indications (hypertension, angina, arrhythmias, post‑myocardial‑infarction mortality reduction, portal hypertension, thyroid storm) and the non‑cardiac uses that earned propranolol a place on the WHO essential medicines list (migraine prophylaxis, essential tremor, infant hemangioma). Pautov devotes substantial time to the drug’s impact on performance‑related anxiety – from musicians on stage to students taking exams – citing double‑blind studies showing improved performance without cognitive dulling. He also discusses experimental and off‑label applications: reduction of implicit racial bias, PTSD reconsolidation, social‑anxiety exposure therapy, addiction craving attenuation, autism‑related hyperexcitability, and combination trials with psychedelics. Adverse effects (fatigue, bradycardia, hypotension, bronchospasm, sleep disturbances, vivid dreams, metabolic interactions) and absolute contraindications are listed, together with safety advice about prescription‑only use and the risk of rebound sympathetic surge on abrupt cessation. Throughout, Pautov stresses that the material is informational, not promotional, and urges listeners to consult a physician before any use.

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