Inderal Tablets 40Mg (1 Strip = 25 Tablets)

Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

Yes

Generics

Propranolol HCl

Used For

Hypertension

How it works

It works by affecting the body's response to some nerve impulses, especially in the heart. As a result, it decreases the heart's need for blood and oxygen and therefore reduces the amount of work the heart has to do. It also widens the blood vessels in the body, as well as helping the heart to beat more regularly.

Dosage

Propranolol HCl

Side Effects

• Nausea (feeling sick), vomiting • loss of appetite • diarrhoea, stomach pain, flatulence • cold hands or feet • dizziness, tiredness • rash • flushing • hair loss • feeling tired, lethargic, lack of energy • disturbed sleep, vivid dreams or nightmares • conjunctivitis, dry eyes • visual disturbances • trouble passing urine • unexplained bruising • mood changes, confusion • sexual problems • loss of hearing • slow heart beats.

Drug Interactions

•Calcium channel blockers - medicines used to treat high blood pressure • digoxin - a medicine used to treat heart failure. • medicines for migraine • medicines for diabetes • warfarin - a medicine that stops blood clots • theophylline - a medicine used to treat asthma • rifampicin - a medicine used to treat tuberculosis • ibuprofen, indomethacin - medicines used to treat pain and inflammation • cimetidine - a medicine used to treat ulcers • chlorpromazine - a medicine used to treat psychotic illnesses • rizatriptan - a medicine used to treat migraine headaches.

Indication

It is used to treat or prevent a number of conditions, most of which are related to the heart. • To lower high blood pressure, also called hypertension • To prevent angina.

When not to Use

Do not take propranolol if you have an allergy to: • Propranolol • Any of the ingredient listed • Any other similar medicines such as beta-blockers .

Precaution

It is severely toxic if you take too much. Taking too much causes difficulty in breathing, lightheadedness or dizziness, feeling very tired, fits, slowed heart beat or coma.

Warning 1

Do not take propranolol if you have asthma or severe breathing problems. Taking propranolol may make these conditions worse.

Warning 2

Do not take propranolol if you have certain other heart problems for example heart failure, low blood pressure, problems with your circulation, Prinzmetal's angina, or a slow heart beat. Taking propranolol may make these conditions worse.

Warning 3

Do not take propranolol if you have low blood sugar levels. Taking propranolol may make these conditions worse.

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.