Propranolol belongs to the group of medicines called beta blockers and its effects are based on affecting the circulation and heart. This drug can be used for the treatment of cheat pain, heart blood pressure, tremors, and a number of other heart or circulatory conditions. Sometimes propranolol can be used for heart attack prevention and reducing the severity of migraines. Propranolol, the prototype of the beta-adrenergic receptor antagonists, is a competitive, nonselective beta-blocker similar to nadolol without intrinsic sympathomimetic activity.
If you are over 65, the doctor will probably start with a relatively low dosage. Remember to take it exactly as directed. Hypertension The usual starting dose of Inderal is 40 milligrams 2 times a day. No specific information on Inderal overdosage is available; however, overdose symptoms with other beta blockers include: Extremely slow heartbeat, irregular heartbeat, low blood pressure, severe congestive heart failure, seizures, wheezing Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so.
Do not stop using this drug without first consulting your doctor. Dizziness, lightheadedness, or tiredness may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. Nausea/vomiting, stomach pain, vision changes, trouble sleeping, and unusual dreams may also occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. This drug may reduce blood flow to your hands and feet, causing them to feel cold. Smoking may worsen this effect. Therefore, abrupt withdrawal of propranolol may be followed by an exacerbation of symptoms of hyperthyroidism, including thyroid storm.
Medications that have been reported to cause interactions include clonidine, blood thinners, MAO inhibitors, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, dobutamine, isoproterenol, doxazosin, heart medication, ACE inhibitors or antidepressants. There are some other drugs that can interact with propranolol, so if you are taking any medications make sure your doctor is aware of that fact when prescribing propranolol. Patients on long-term therapy with propranolol may experience uncontrolled hypertension if administered epinephrine as a consequence of unopposed alpha-receptor stimulation.