Inderal
EQUIVALENT US BRAND NAME: Inderal
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Product Introduction:
Propranolol is a medication belonging to the class of beta-blockers. It was first introduced in the 1960s and has since become widely used for various medical conditions.
Uses:
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Propranolol is effective in lowering blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline on the heart.
- Heart Conditions: It is prescribed for angina (chest pain), arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats), and to prevent heart attacks.
- Migraine Prevention: Propranolol is sometimes used to prevent migraines by reducing the frequency and severity of attacks.
- Anxiety Disorders: It is used off-label for performance anxiety, social anxiety disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder.
- Essential Tremor: Propranolol is sometimes prescribed to control essential tremors, especially those associated with performance anxiety.
Benefits:
- Effective in lowering blood pressure and reducing the risk of heart-related complications.
- Can help prevent migraines and reduce their severity.
- May alleviate symptoms of anxiety disorders.
- Useful in managing essential tremors.
Side Effects:
- Common side effects: Fatigue, dizziness, lightheadedness, cold extremities, nausea, and diarrhea.
- Less common side effects: Depression, confusion, nightmares, insomnia, impotence, and decreased libido.
- Serious side effects: Bradycardia (slow heart rate), hypotension (low blood pressure), worsening of heart failure symptoms, and bronchospasm (especially in patients with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Safety Advice:
- Take propranolol exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not stop taking propranolol suddenly without consulting your doctor, as it may lead to rebound hypertension or worsening of certain conditions.
- Inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, especially other blood pressure medications, antidepressants, or medications for heart conditions.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking propranolol, as it may increase the risk of side effects.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly, especially when starting or changing the dosage of propranolol.
Interaction with Drugs:
- Propranolol may interact with other beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and medications for heart rhythm disorders, leading to additive effects on heart rate and blood pressure.
- It may interact with antidepressants, particularly monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), increasing the risk of hypertensive crisis.
- Concomitant use with certain antipsychotics, such as haloperidol, may increase the risk of hypotension.
- Propranolol may reduce the effectiveness of insulin and oral hypoglycemic agents, leading to higher blood glucose levels.
More Information:
For more detailed information, including dosage, precautions, side effects, and potential drug interactions, you can visit the MedlinePlus – Propranolol at https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682607.html
Please note that this information serves as a general overview and should not replace professional medical advice. You must consult with your healthcare provider for personalized guidance regarding your specific medical condition, use of this medication, and treatment regimen.
Note :
- Do not put the quantity above 30 days. (eg. if prescription is 2 pills per day then you can purchase one month of supply of 60 pills)
- We will deliver medicine of Indian brand within 30 days of supply.
- Prescription and ID are required to purchase each Month of supply.
- If a doctor writes 30 days of medicines with 3 times refills then you can use the same prescription for 3 consecutive months for purchasing medicine using reorder option and uploading the same prescription and your ID 3 times.