Propranolol (inderal)

Propranolol is an antihypertensive, anti-anginal, anti-arrhythmic, anti-anxiety and anti-tremor medication, which is used to treat heart problems such as angina pectoris, control hypertension and anxiety.

This drug is produced by several laboratories, such as Medley, Germed or União Quimica, for example, and can be found commercially under the names Propranolol Ayerst, Inderal or Rebaten, for example. The drug can be for oral or injectable use and should only be used on medical advice.

Propranolol Price

This medicine costs between 2 and 12 reais, depending on the brand and the number of pills.

Propranolol indications

Propranolol is indicated to treat heart problems such as angina pectoris, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrhythmia.

In addition, it can be used to prevent migraine attacks, treat high blood pressure, essential tremor and senile tremor and control anxiety.

How to take Propranolol

Propranolol should be taken only after the doctor's recommendation and the amount varies with the disease diagnosed, 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, changes in sleep, 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.