Inderal La
indicated to manage cardiovascular stress and anxiety symptoms by antagonizing beta-adrenergic receptors.
Strengths: 40mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Inderal; Bedranol
- Therapeutic class
Beta Blocker
- Pharmacological class
Non-selective Beta-blocker
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to propranolol; asthma; bradycardia; cardiogenic shock
- Minor side effects
fatigue; nausea; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
cold hands; sleep disorders; bradycardia
- Dosage forms
Modified-release capsule, hard
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
AstraZeneca
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C, protected from light.
- Drug interactions
verapamil; cimetidine
- Age restrictions
Use with paediatric guidance.
Precautions and warnings
masking of hypoglycaemia symptoms; regular heart monitoring; avoid abrupt withdrawal
Serious side effects
heart failure — requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
indicated to manage cardiovascular stress and anxiety symptoms by antagonizing beta-adrenergic receptors.
Mechanism of action
Inderal La is a non-selective beta blocker that antagonizes both beta-1 and beta-2 receptors. By decreasing myocardial oxygen demand and normalizing cardiac rhythm, it effectively lowers blood pressure and is beneficial for migraine and tremor control.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: May cause fetal growth retardation. Breastfeeding: Generally considered safe in monitored amounts.
Inderal La
indicated to manage cardiovascular stress and anxiety symptoms by antagonizing beta-adrenergic receptors.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Propranolol
- Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Angina Pectoris, Migraine Prophylaxis, Essential Tremor