Always take Propranolol exactly as your doctor prescribes. Never adjust your dosage without consulting them.
This medication manages high blood pressure, angina, and certain types of tremors. It also plays a role in preventing migraine headaches and managing performance anxiety.
- High Blood Pressure: Propranolol lowers blood pressure by slowing your heart rate and relaxing blood vessels. Angina: It reduces the workload on your heart, easing chest pain. Tremors: It helps control shaking associated with conditions like essential tremor. Migraine Prevention: It can help reduce the frequency and severity of migraine attacks. Performance Anxiety: It can reduce physical symptoms of anxiety, such as rapid heartbeat.
Common side effects include dizziness, fatigue, and nausea. Less common, but potentially serious, side effects include slow heart rate and breathing problems. Report any concerning symptoms immediately to your doctor.
Dosage: Your doctor determines the correct dosage based on your individual needs and medical history. Frequency: Typically taken once or twice daily, always follow your prescription instructions precisely. Missed Dose: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it’s almost time for the next dose. Don’t double up on doses. Storage: Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
Before taking Propranolol, inform your doctor about any existing health conditions, including heart problems, lung disease, or liver problems. Also, disclose all medications you are currently taking, including over-the-counter drugs and herbal supplements. Pregnancy and breastfeeding should be discussed with your physician before starting Propranolol.
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance on Propranolol 20 mg tablets.
