propranolol-hcl-er
Warnings
What may interact with Propranolol Hydrochloride?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
-feverfew
-phenothiazines like chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
-aluminum hydroxide gel
-antipyrine
-antiviral medicines for HIV or AIDS
-barbiturates like phenobarbital
-certain medicines for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heart beat
-cimetidine
-ciprofloxacin
-diazepam
-fluconazole
-haloperidol
-isoniazid
-medicines for cholesterol like cholestyramine or colestipol
-medicines for mental depression
-medicines for migraine headache like almotriptan, eletriptan, frovatriptan, naratriptan, rizatriptan, sumatriptan, zolmitriptan
-NSAIDs, medicines for pain and inflammation, like ibuprofen or naproxen
-phenytoin
-rifampin
-teniposide
-theophylline
-thyroid medicines
-tolbutamide
-warfarin
-zileuton
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Propranolol Hydrochloride?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-circulation problems, or blood vessel disease
-diabetes
-history of heart attack or heart disease, vasospastic angina
-kidney disease
-liver disease
-lung or breathing disease, like asthma or emphysema
-pheochromocytoma
-slow heart rate
-thyroid disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to propranolol, other beta-blockers, medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Propranolol Hydrochloride?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Contact your doctor right away if your symptoms worsen. Check your blood pressure and pulse rate regularly. Ask your health care professional what your blood pressure and pulse rate should be, and when you should contact them.
Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly. This could lead to serious heart-related effects.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this drug affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can make you more drowsy and dizzy. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
This medicine may increase blood sugar. Ask your healthcare provider if changes in diet or medicines are needed if you have diabetes.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds, or pain while you are taking this medicine without asking your doctor or health care professional for advice. Some ingredients may increase your blood pressure.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed. Avoid exposure to extreme heat. Do not freeze. Throw away any unused drug after the expiration date.
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