Safety Information/ Warning Precautions
Before using Propranolol, you should consult a physician and discuss about your medical history.
You should not use Propranolol if:
You are allergic to it
You have asthma
You have a condition where your heart beats very slowly which caused you to
You have "sick sinus syndrome" or "AV block" (unless you have a pacemaker).
Propranolol may not be suitable for you if:
You have bronchitis, emphysema, or other breathing disorders
You have a muscle disorder
You have a condition called slow heartbeats
You have low blood pressure
You have low blood sugar, or diabetes
You have congestive heart failure
You have liver or kidney disease
You have depression
You have a thyroid disorder
You have problems with circulation (such as Raynaud''s syndrome)
Drug Interactions
Propranolol may interact with some medications. So if you are using any prescription, non prescription, OTC medicines or dietary supplements, then inform your physician in advance before you use Propranolol.
Additional Information
Propranolol should be combined with a good diet and exercise routine.
You should not skip your dose or stop suddenly.
If you have hypertension, then you must continue using it even though you may feel better.
Your blood pressure may be monitored often.
You should tell the doctor that you are using Propranolol before you undergo any surgery.
Pregnancy Information
Propranolol may be passed on to the baby if you are breast feeding. Please speak to your doctor about the potential risks of breast feeding while using Propranolol.
Side Effects
The most common side effects of Propranolol are:
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, stomach cramps, decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm,
sleep problems (insomnia) or tired feeling.
These side effects usually subside by themselves in sometime as the body gets used to Propranolol.
Some uncommon but potentially dangerous side effects are:
Slow or uneven heartbeats, a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out, wheezing or trouble breathing, shortness of breath (even with mild exertion), swelling, rapid weight gain, sudden weakness, vision problems, or loss of coordination (especially in a child with hemangioma that affects the face or head), cold feeling in your hands and feet, depression, confusion, hallucinations, liver problems - nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, tired feeling, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), low blood sugar - headache, hunger, weakness, sweating, confusion, irritability, dizziness, fast heart rate, or feeling jittery, low blood sugar in a baby - pale skin, blue or purple skin, sweating, fussiness, crying, not wanting to eat, feeling cold, drowsiness, weak or shallow breathing (breathing may stop for short periods), seizure (convulsions), or loss of consciousness or severe skin reaction - fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain, followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling.
You should see a doctor immediately if one of these side effects occur.
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