What is Propranolol used for?
Propranolol oral tablet is used to manage irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, migraines, angina, tremors (shaking) and heart failure. It is classified as a beta blocker and can be used after a heart attack to reduce the likelihood of hospitalization and improve your chance of survival. High blood pressure can lead to stroke, kidney problems, prevent migraines and heart disease. Improving these conditions can help improve your ability to participate in healthy lifestyle choices including exercise.
Propranolol Information
How to Use Propranolol?
Before you take your first dose of Propranolol, and after every refill, carefully read the product information document. If you have any questions contact the doctor or pharmacist as proper use will provide the most benefit.
You may take it with or without food around the same time every day. Do not stop taking Propranolol once you feel better as symptoms may return if treatment is stopped suddenly.
If you do miss a dose, you can take it once you remember. If it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your schedule.
What are Side Effects of Propranolol?
Propranolol has known side effects. This is not a complete list and includes frequently reported adverse events. If you experience any signs and symptoms of serious side effects when taking Propranolol are, talk to your doctor or emergency care.
Report side effects with Propranolol to your doctor. If you find them unmanageable call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
- severe sleepiness
- vivid dreams
- blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
- decreased awareness or responsiveness
- sweating
- cough
- tingling or pain in fingers or toes when exposed to cold
- loss of heat from the body
- Dry eyes
- chest pain or discomfort
- trouble sleeping
- sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
- hyperventilation
- confusion about identity, place, and time
- unusual drowsiness, dullness, or feeling of sluggishness
- euphoria
- mental depression
- burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
- overbright appearance of lights
- depersonalization
- lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
- swollen glands
- skin rash, hives, or itching
- tightness in the chest
- peculiar postures or movements, mannerisms, or grimacing
- red skin lesions, often with a purple center
- decreased urine output
- bloody nose
- mutism
- reddening of the skin, especially around the ears
- night blindness
- noisy breathing
- sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
- difficulty with swallowing
- Cough producing mucus
- swelling of the eyes, face, fingers, feet, or lower legs
- shaking
- irritability
- irregular breathing
- crying
- quick to react or overreact emotionally
- paranoia
- scaly skin
- Anxiety
- fast, pounding, slow, or irregular heartbeat
- stomach cramps
- weight gain
- extreme fatigue
- Decreased appetite
- difficulty with breathing
- unusual tiredness or weakness
- fever and chills
- tightness in the chest
- muscle weakness
- vomiting
- blood in the urine
- diarrhea
- headaches
- pinpoint red or purple spots on the skin
- pain or discomfort in the chest, upper stomach, or throat
- constipation
- short-term memory loss
- body aches or pain
- puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
- nausea
- mimicry of speech or movements
- dry mouth
- hair loss
- heavier menstrual periods
- loss of strength or energy
- dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
- hoarseness
- tunnel vision
- heartburn
- unusual dreams
- voice changes
- skin irritation or rash, including rash that looks like psoriasis
- black, tarry stools
- congestion
- dryness or soreness of the throat
- dilated neck veins
- halos around lights
- muscle or joint pain
- paleness or cold feeling in the fingertips and toes
- Abdominal or stomach pain and tenderness
- seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
- red, swollen skin
- double vision
- runny nose
- restlessness
- blurred or loss of vision
- negativism
- red, irritated eyes
- tender, swollen glands in the neck
- general feeling of discomfort, illness, or weakness
- bloody stools
- cracks in the skin
- dysphoria
- rapidly changing moods
- unusual bleeding or bruising
- rectal bleeding
- disturbed color perception
Propranolol Drug Interactions?
The following drugs are known to interact with Propranolol. This is not an exhaustive list of all possible drug interactions. It is important to disclose all your current medications, (including prescription medications and herbal products) with your doctor to prevent allergic reactions or adverse interactions. They may have to determine if the interaction is worth the benefit of using both drugs or if your therapeutic plan needs to be changed.
- Flurbiprofen
- Dihydroergotamine
- Tiaprofenic Acid
- Niflumic Acid
- Moxisylyte
- Trimazosin
- Calcium Carbonate
- Saxagliptin
- Acarbose
- Insulin Human Isophane (NPH)
- Amtolmetin Guacil
- Oxymetazoline
- Aluminum Phosphate
- Dihydroxyaluminum Aminoacetate
- Pranoprofen
- Haloperidol
- Cimetidine
- Ergotamine
- Piroxicam
- Eslicarbazepine Acetate
- Disopyramide
- Dexketoprofen
- Tolfenamic Acid
- Alogliptin
- Insulin Aspart, Recombinant
- Vildagliptin
- Tolazamide
- Etofenamate
- Rifapentine
- Meloxicam
- Diltiazem
- Abametapir
- Guggul
- Ceritinib
- Insulin Lispro, Recombinant
- Nepafenac
- Droxicam
- Repaglinide
- Diatrizoate
- Glimepiride
- Pixantrone
- Ibuprofen
- Aluminum Carbonate, Basic
- Canagliflozin
- Salsalate
- Fluoxetine
- Phenoxybenzamine
- Acemetacin
- Tubocurarine
- Etoricoxib
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