Generic name: propranolol hydrochloride
Dosage form: tablet
Drug classes:Group II antiarrhythmics, Non-cardioselective beta blockers
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 1, 2021.
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Propranolol Tablets Description
Propranolol hydrochloride, USP is a synthetic beta-adrenergic receptor blocking agent chemically described as 2-Propanol, 1-[(1-methylethyl)amino]-3-(1-naphthalenyloxy)-, hydrochloride,(±)-. Its structural formula is:
Propranolol hydrochloride, USP is a stable, white to off-white, crystalline powder which is readily soluble in water and ethanol.
Propranolol Hydrochloride Tablets, USP are available as tablets for oral administration containing either 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg, 60 mg, or 80 mg of propranolol hydrochloride, USP. Propranolol Hydrochloride Tablets, USP also contain lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and sodium starch glycolate. Color additives include FD&C Yellow no. 6 aluminum lake (10 mg and 80 mg), D&C Yellow no. 10 aluminum lake (10 mg, 40 mg, and 80 mg), FD&C Blue no. 1 aluminum lake (20 mg and 40 mg) and FD&C Red no. 40 aluminum lake (60 mg).
