PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). It may also help treat migraine headaches and tremors (fits), protect the heart after a heart attack. High blood pressure is a condition in which the blood exerts elevated pressure on blood vessel's walls, leading to various cardiovascular complications like the risk of heart attack and stroke in the future.
PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE contains propranolol hydrochloride, which plays a vital role in relaxing and widening the blood vessels. This lowers blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, and other heart problems in the future. PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE makes it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body by slowing down the heart rate. Thereby, treats arrhythmia and lowering blood pressure.
PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE can be taken orally with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE may cause certain common side-effects like fatigue, breathlessness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and sleep disturbances. These side effects are usually mild and short-lived. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Do not stop taking PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE without talking to your doctor. Stopping PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure. Consult your doctor before taking PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE. PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE as it may cause increased dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.
High blood pressure (Hypertension), Chest pain (Angina), Heart rhythm disorder, Prevention of Heart attack
PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). It may also help treat migraine headaches and tremors (fits), protect the heart after a heart attack. PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE plays a vital role in relaxing and widening the blood vessels. This lowers blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, and other heart problems in the future. PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE makes it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body by slowing down the heart rate. Thereby, treats arrhythmia and lowering blood pressure.
PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE should not be used in cardiogenic shock (heart unable to pump sufficient blood) and heart failure condition. Do not stop taking PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE without talking to your doctor first. Stopping PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure. Your doctor will lower your dose gradually over a period of time to help prevent these symptoms. You should not use PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE if you have a very slow heartbeat, asthma, serious heart condition (sick sinus syndrome) or any heart blockage. Before taking PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE you should tell the doctor if you have any muscle disorder (myasthenia gravis, rhabdomyolysis), breathing problem (COPD, bronchitis, emphysema), low blood sugar level (hypoglycaemia), low blood pressure (hypotension), depression, previous heart failure, liver/kidney disease, thyroid hormone disorder, adrenal gland cancer or problems with circulation (Raynaud’s syndrome). Intake of PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE may mask symptoms of diabetes. So tell your doctor if you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It may also worsen your symptoms of congestive heart failure and bradycardia (slow heart rate less than 60). You should regularly monitor your prothrombin time if PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE is taken with anti-coagulants like warfarin.
Drug-Drug Interactions: PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE may interact with beta-blockers (acebutolol, atenolol, bisoprolol, carteolol, esmolol, metoprolol, nadolol, nebivolol or sotalol), blood pressure-related medicines (lisinopril, enalapril, diltiazem, prazosin, terazosin, doxazosin), asthma medications (theophylline), and pain killers. If you are using these medicines tell your doctor before taking PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE.
Drug-Food Interactions: PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE may interact with grapefruit and protein-enriched foods. Therefore, avoid consuming grapefruit and its juice while taking PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE.
Drug-Disease Interactions: PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE may have interaction with disease conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disease, asthma, cardiogenic shock (when the heart fails to pump required blood to the body), heart valve problem (stenosis), low blood pressure (hypotension), coronary heart disease, liver disease or heart failure.
You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE to avoid the unpleasant side effects. Consuming alcohol might cause increased dizziness.
PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE is not recommended during pregnancy unless your doctor considers it essential. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing them to you.
It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE. However, contact your doctor if you have any concerns.
PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or to operate machinery. However, some people may occasionally feel dizzy or tired when taking PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE. Avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are alert.
PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE should be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE should be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
The safety and efficacy of PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE in children have not been established. PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE is not recommended in children unless prescribed by a child specialist.
Hypertension: Hypertension is a condition in which the pressure in the blood vessels is high. The blood exerts elevated pressure on the walls of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor or sphygmomanometer. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure when your heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. Ideal blood pressure should be between 90/60 mm of Hg and 120/80 mm of Hg.