About Propranolol 10 mg Tablet
Propranolol 10 mg Tablet contains Propranolol 10 mg. Propranolol is a beta-blocker. It slows the heart rate and reduces the force of the heartbeat. It is used for high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), some irregular heart rhythms and after a heart attack. It is also used to help prevent migraine, to reduce some types of tremor, and to ease physical signs of anxiety such as a pounding heart.
Uses of Propranolol 10 mg Tablet
- High blood pressure
- Angina (chest pain caused by heart disease)
- Some irregular or fast heart rhythms
- Protecting the heart after a heart attack
- Preventing migraine
- Tremor and physical symptoms of anxiety
Benefits
In high blood pressure and heart conditions
It lowers blood pressure and the work the heart has to do. This reduces chest pain and helps lower the risk of heart attack and stroke over time.
In migraine and tremor
Taken regularly, it can reduce how often migraines happen and can lessen shaking and a racing heart.
Side effects
Tiredness and cold hands often improve after a few weeks. Do not stop taking it suddenly, as this can make chest pain or heart problems worse.
Common
- Tiredness
- Cold hands and feet
- Slow heartbeat
- Sleep problems or vivid dreams
- Nausea
- Dizziness
Get medical help if you notice
- Wheezing or difficulty breathing — stop taking it and seek medical help
- Very slow heartbeat, fainting or severe dizziness — seek medical help
- Swelling of the ankles, breathlessness when lying down or sudden weight gain (signs of heart failure) — contact your doctor
- Chest pain that gets worse — seek emergency care
How to use
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Swallow the tablet or capsule whole with water. Long-acting capsules should not be crushed or chewed. Try to take it at the same time each day.
How it works
It blocks beta receptors that respond to adrenaline. This slows the heart, lowers blood pressure and reduces the body's physical response to stress.
Safety advice
Alcohol Caution
Alcohol can lower blood pressure further and make you dizzy. Limit it and ask your doctor.
Pregnancy Consult your doctor
Use only if your doctor advises it. It may affect the baby's growth and heart rate. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Breastfeeding Consult your doctor
Propranolol passes into breast milk. Ask your doctor before using it while breastfeeding.
Driving Caution
It can cause tiredness or dizziness. Do not drive if you feel affected.
Kidney Caution
Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease; the dose may need to be changed.
Liver Caution
Tell your doctor if you have liver disease; the dose may need to be lowered.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed one. Do not take two doses together.
Quick tips
- Do not stop taking it suddenly; your doctor will reduce the dose slowly if it needs to stop.
- Tell your doctor if you have asthma or any breathing problem, as it is usually not suitable.
- If you have diabetes, it can hide the warning signs of low blood sugar such as a fast heartbeat.
- Stand up slowly if you feel dizzy.
- Tell your doctor or dentist that you take it before any surgery.
Substitutes
Same salts in the same strength from other makers. Only switch brands on your doctor's or pharmacist's advice; our pharmacist checks every order against the prescription.
Same salts, other strengths or forms
Fact box
- Chemical class
- Aryloxypropanolamine
- Therapeutic class
- Cardiovascular
- Action class
- Non-selective beta-blocker
- Habit forming
- No
- Prescription
- Required
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about every medicine, vitamin and herbal product you take.
| Medicine | What can happen |
|---|---|
| Verapamil and diltiazem | Can slow the heart too much or cause heart block |
| Insulin and diabetes tablets | Can hide signs of low blood sugar |
| Salbutamol and other asthma reliever inhalers | Propranolol can block their effect |
| Other blood pressure medicines | May lower blood pressure too much |
| NSAID pain relievers | May reduce its effect on blood pressure |
This page is general information to help you understand your medicine. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop or change a medicine on your own.
Written by the Asthra Health Care team from the approved prescribing information (Propranolol prescribing information (CDSCO-approved labelling); NICE BNF: propranolol hydrochloride). Pharmacist review pending.