Inderal

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

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

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your the advice of your doctor or health care professional.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is less than four hours to your next dose, take only that dose and skip the missed dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

feverfew

phenothiazines like chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine

sotalol

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

aluminum hydroxide gel

antipyrine

barbiturates like phenobarbital

cimetidine

ciprofloxacin

diazepam

fluconazole

haloperidol

soniazid

medicines for cholesterol like cholestyramine or colestipol

medicines to control heart rhythm

medicines for high blood pressure

medicines for HIV

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

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. 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.
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 can affect blood sugar levels. If you have diabetes, check with your doctor or health care professional before you change your diet or the dose of your diabetic medicine.
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.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue

breathing problems

changes in blood sugar

cold hands or feet

difficulty sleeping, nightmares

dry peeling skin

hallucinations

muscle cramps or weakness

slow heart rate

swelling of the legs and ankles

vomiting

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

change in sex drive or performance

diarrhea

dry sore eyes

hair loss

nausea

weak or tired

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.