adviceman49 answered Wednesday January 25 2012, 11:15 am: From the Manufactures Website
Propranolol, marketed in the United States under the trade names Inderal and Inderal LA, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain and abnormal heart rhythms. In addition, it is used in the treatment and prevention of heart attack. Propranolol is also beneficial in the prevention of migraine headache. It is available by prescription in tablets, extended-release capsules, oral solution and injection.
The most common effect of propranolol is fatigue. Other mild central nervous system effects include headache, dizziness and insomnia. Patients experiencing more serious symptoms such as fever, confusion, vivid dreams, fainting or hallucinations should promptly notify their physician.
Cardiac effects are common and include a lower than desired heart rate, lower than desired blood pressure, heart failure, heart block, abnormal heart beat and chest pain. Patients with these symptoms should also notify their physician.
Shortness of breath may occur, as there are also β-receptors in the lung. Patients with chronic respiratory illness, such as asthma, emphysema or COPD should not use propranolol as it may worsen respiratory function or counteract certain respiratory medications. Any patients experiencing breathing difficulty or sore throat during propranolol use should contact their doctor.
Rare but serious skin effects, such as rash, skin peeling or blistering may occur and require immediate medical attention.
Less serious side effects include sexual dysfunction, nausea, vomiting, constipation and stomach cramps.
Rena-Chan answered Tuesday January 24 2012, 12:02 pm: Side Effects
The most common effect of propranolol is fatigue. Other mild central nervous system effects include headache, dizziness and insomnia. Patients experiencing more serious symptoms such as fever, confusion, vivid dreams, fainting or hallucinations should promptly notify their physician.
Cardiac effects are common and include a lower than desired heart rate, lower than desired blood pressure, heart failure, heart block, abnormal heart beat and chest pain. Patients with these symptoms should also notify their physician.
Shortness of breath may occur, as there are also β-receptors in the lung. Patients with chronic respiratory illness, such as asthma, emphysema or COPD should not use propranolol as it may worsen respiratory function or counteract certain respiratory medications. Any patients experiencing breathing difficulty or sore throat during propranolol use should contact their doctor.
Rare but serious skin effects, such as rash, skin peeling or blistering may occur and require immediate medical attention.
Less serious side effects include sexual dysfunction, nausea, vomiting, constipation and stomach cramps.
As with any medication, allergic response is possible. Difficulty breathing or swallowing, rash, itching or swelling could be signs of allergic reaction and require prompt medical attention. [ Rena-Chan's advice column | Ask Rena-Chan A Question ]
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