Propranol 40
Rx- Generic:
- Propranolol Hydrochloride
- Company:
- Opsonin Pharma Limited
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Strip (20 Tablet)
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৳ 1.51/unit
Pack: ৳ 30.20
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At a glance
Propranolol Hydrochloride is a non-cardioselective beta-blocker used for essential hypertension, angina pectoris, cardiac arrhythmia, thyrotoxicosis, anxiety, and prophylaxis of migraine.
Indications
- Essential hypertension
- Angina pectoris
- Cardiac arrhythmia
- Thyrotoxicosis
- Anxiety
- Prophylaxis of migraine
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Hypertension: 80 mg twice daily initially; 160-320 mg/day maintenance; max 640 mg/day
- Angina pectoris: 40 mg 2-3 times daily initially; 120-240 mg/day maintenance; max 320 mg/day
- Arrhythmia: 30-160 mg/day in divided doses
- Migraine prophylaxis: 40 mg 2-3 times daily initially; 120-240 mg/day maintenance
- Anxiety: 10-40 mg 2-3 times daily
- Hyperthyroidism: 10-40 mg 3-4 times daily
- Severe hepatic impairment: 20 mg three times daily
Pediatric Dose (Oral):
- Hypertension: 1 mg/kg/day in 2 divided doses initially; 2-4 mg/kg/day maintenance; max 4 mg/kg/day
- Arrhythmia/Pheochromocytoma: 0.25-0.5 mg/kg 3-4 times daily
- Migraine prophylaxis: <12 years 10-20 mg 2-3 times daily; >12 years 40 mg 2-3 times daily
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Cold extremities
- Lassitude
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Insomnia
- Paresthesia
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Arrhythmia
- Raynaud phenomenon
Precautions & warnings
- May affect driving ability; do not drive if dizzy, confused, or tired
- Do not stop abruptly
- Monitor blood sugar in diabetic patients
- Caution in hepatic and renal impairment
- Caution in pregnancy and lactation
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.