About Betanol tablet 10mg
A heart medicine that helps control blood pressure and irregular heartbeat.
Betanol Tablet Uses
- Controls high blood pressure
- Manages irregular heart rhythms
- Reduces chest pain from angina
- Helps prevent migraine headaches
Betanol Tablet Benefits
- Lowers heart rate and blood pressure effectively
- Reduces the frequency and severity of migraine attacks
- Affordable long standing treatment with a proven safety record
Physicians in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi commonly prescribe Betanol tablet for high blood pressure and heart rhythm problems.
The tablet contains propranolol, which blocks the action of adrenaline on the heart and blood vessels, slowing the heart rate and easing its workload.
Betanol is also used off label for anxiety related symptoms like a racing heartbeat. Never stop it suddenly, as this can raise heart rate and blood pressure sharply.
Drug Class
- Non selective beta blocker
- Antihypertensive agent
Betanol Tablet Uses in Urdu
- ہائی بلڈ پریشر کو کنٹرول کرتی ہے
- دل کی بے ترتیب دھڑکن کو منظم کرتی ہے
- انجائنا کے سینے کے درد کو کم کرتی ہے
- مائیگرین کے حملوں کی روک تھام میں مددگار ہے
- گھبراہٹ اور کپکپاہٹ جیسی علامات کو قابو میں رکھتی ہے
Betanol tablet 10mg formula
- Propranolol Hydrochloride
How to use Betanol tablet 10mg?
- Take Betanol tablet at the same time every day, with or without food.
- Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly without your doctor's advice.
- Check your pulse and blood pressure regularly during treatment.
- Avoid taking it with other blood pressure medicines unless your doctor prescribes them together.
Drug Interactions
- Calcium Channel Blockers: Combining with drugs like verapamil or diltiazem can cause a dangerously slow heart rate.
- Insulin and Diabetes Medicines: Propranolol can hide the symptoms of low blood sugar, so diabetics need closer monitoring.
- NSAIDs: Regular use of painkillers like ibuprofen can reduce the blood pressure lowering effect of Betanol.
- Other Antihypertensives: Taking Betanol with other blood pressure medicines can cause blood pressure to drop too low.
Risks and warnings
- Asthma Risk: Betanol can trigger breathing difficulty in people with asthma or COPD, so it should generally be avoided in these patients.
- Slow Heart Rate: Avoid use in patients with a very slow heart rate or certain heart block conditions unless a doctor confirms it is safe.
- Diabetes Caution: Propranolol can mask the warning signs of low blood sugar in diabetic patients.
- Sudden Withdrawal: Stopping the tablet abruptly can cause a rebound rise in blood pressure and heart rate.
- Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Use only under medical supervision, as propranolol passes into breast milk.
Side Effects
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Cold hands and feet
- Slow heart rate
- Nausea
- Trouble sleeping
- Low blood pressure
Storage Conditions
Store Betanol tablets at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep the strip in its original packaging until use. Keep out of reach of children.
