Propranolol is an antihypertensive, anti-anginal, antiarrhythmic, anti-anxiety and anti-tremor medication that is used to treat heart problems such as angina pectoris, control hypertension and anxiety.
This drug is produced by various laboratories, such as Medley, Germed or Union Chemical, for example, and may be commercially available under the names Propranolol Ayerst, Inderal or Rebaten, for example. The product may be for oral or injectable use and should only be used for medical reasons.
Price of Propranolol
This medicine costs between 2 and 12 reais, depending on the brand and quantity of tablets.
Indications of Propranolol
Propranolol is indicated for treating heart problems such as angina pectoris, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrhythmia.
In addition, it can be used in the prevention of migraine attacks, treatment of hypertension, essential tremor and senile tremor and anxiety control.
How to take Propranolol
Propranolol should be taken only after indication of the doctor and the amount varies with the diagnosed illness, and can be taken between 1 and 3 times a day.
The maximum amount per day should not exceed 640mg / day.
Side effects of Propranolol
Propranolol can cause fatigue, sleep disturbances, nightmares, decreased heart rate and cold extremities.
Contraindications of Propranolol
The drug is contraindicated in pregnancy, breastfeeding, 2nd- or 3rd-degree atrioventricular block, sinus bradycardia, cardiogenic shock, heart failure, and myocardial infarction.
