Generic name: propranolol (oral route) [ proe-PRAN-oh-lol ]
Drug classes:Group II antiarrhythmics, Non-cardioselective beta blockers
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 18, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Hemangeol
- Inderal
- Inderal LA
- Inderal XL
- InnoPran XL
- Propranolol HCl Intensol
Available Dosage Forms:
- Capsule, Extended Release
- Solution
- Tablet
Therapeutic Class: Cardiovascular Agent
Pharmacologic Class: Beta-Adrenergic Blocker, Nonselective
Uses for Propranolol HCl Intensol
Propranolol is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. Lowering blood pressure may reduce the risk of stroke and heart attacks.
Propranolol is also used to treat severe chest pain (angina), migraine headaches, or hypertrophic subaortic stenosis (thickened heart muscle).
This medicine may also be used to treat irregular heartbeats, tremors, or pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumor). It may also be used to reduce the risk of death in patients who have heart attacks.
Propranolol oral solution is used to treat proliferating infantile hemangioma.
This medicine is a beta-blocker. It works by affecting the response to nerve impulses in certain parts of the body, like the heart. As a result, the heart beats slower and decreases the blood pressure. When the blood pressure is lowered, the amount of blood and oxygen is increased to the heart.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Propranolol HCl Intensol
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