Propranolol Hydrochloride
Propranolol Hydrochloride is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Propranolol Hydrochloride; Generic name: PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE; Manufacturer: NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc..
| Brand name | Propranolol Hydrochloride |
|---|---|
| Generic name | PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE |
| Manufacturer | NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc. |
| Used for | INDICATIONS AND USAGE Hypertension Propranolol hydrochloride tablets, USP are indicated in the management of hypertension. It may be used alone or used in combination with other antihypertensive agents, particularly a thiazide diuretic. Propranolol hydrochloride is not indicated in the management of hypertensive emergencies. Angina Pectoris Due to Coronary Atherosclerosis Propranolol hydrochloride tablets, USP are indicated to decrease angina frequency and increase exercise tolerance in patients with angina pectoris. Atrial Fibrillation Propranolol hydrochloride tablets, USP are indicated to control ventricular rate in patients with atrial fibrillation and a rapid ventricular response. Myoca |
| Dosage | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION General Because of the variable bioavailability of propranolol, the dose should be individualized based on response. Hypertension The usual initial dosage is 40 mg propranolol hydrochloride twice daily, whether used alone or added to a diuretic. Dosage may be increased gradually until adequate blood pressure control is achieved. The usual maintenance dosage is 120 mg to 240 mg per day. In some instances a dosage of 640 mg a day may be required. The time needed for full |
| Warnings | WARNINGS Angina Pectoris There have been reports of exacerbation of angina and, in some cases, myocardial infarction, following abrupt discontinuance of propranolol therapy. Therefore, when discontinuance of propranolol is planned, the dosage should be gradually reduced over at least a few weeks and the patient should be cautioned against interruption or cessation of therapy without the physician’s advice. If propranolol therapy is interrupted and exacerbation of angina occurs, it usually is adv |
| Active ingredient(s) | PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=11873816-5789-e951-e063-6294a90ad16e |