Pack size: 1 Tablet  |  Price is for the whole Tablet

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Generic: Propranolol Hydrochloride

Form: Tablet 10mg

Indication

HTN, Cardiac arrhythmias, Myocardial infarction, Angina pectoris, Portal hypertension, Migraine prophylaxis, Phaeochromocytoma, Hyperthyroidism, Essential tremor

Administration

Tab: Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take before meals. Cap: May be taken with or without food. Take consistently either always w/ or always w/o meals.

Adult Dose

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Child Dose

Oral Hypertension Child: As conventional tab: Initially, 1 mg/kg/day in 2 divided doses. Usual range: 2-4 mg/kg/day in 2 divided doses. Max: 4 mg/kg/day in 2 or 3 divided doses. Phaeochromocytoma Child: As conventional tab or oral soln: 0.25-0.5 mg/kg 3-4 times daily. Cardiac arrhythmias Child: As conventional tab or oral soln: 0.25-0.5 mg/kg 3-4 times daily. Prophylaxis of migraine Child: As conventional tab or oral soln: ?12 yr 10-20 mg bid or tid. >12 yr Initially, 40 mg bid or tid increased to wkly intervals up to 160 mg/day. Max: 240 mg/day. Hyperthyroidism Child: As conventional tab or oral soln: 0.25-0.5 mg/kg 3-4 times daily.

Contraindication

Sinus bradycardia, cardiogenic shock, sick sinus syndrome, Raynaud's syndrome, 2nd and 3rd degree heart block, overt CHF, bronchial asthma, COPD, untreated phaeochromocytoma, Prinzmetal's angina; severe peripheral arterial disease, metabolic acidosis. Concomitant use w/ thioridazine.

Mode of Action

Propranolol is a non-cardioselective beta-blocker that competitively blocks beta1- and beta2-receptors resulting in decreased heart rate, myocardial contractility, BP and myocardial oxygen demand. It has membrane-stabilising properties.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. __NAME__ is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid __NAME__ with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

How __NAME__ works

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What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Safety Advice

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with __NAME__.

Safety Advice

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Safety Advice

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