Inderal 40 Tablet

Inderal 40 Tablet contains 40 mg of propranolol in each tablet. Propranolol is a beta-blocker used for several heart and blood pressure conditions, and it can also be prescribed for certain other problems such as tremor, migraine prevention, and some anxiety symptoms. Inderal 40 Tablet is a solid oral tablet made by Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. and is taken by mouth as directed by a clinician. It is a prescription medicine, and the exact dose depends on the condition being treated and the person’s response.

How it works: Propranolol blocks beta receptors, which helps slow the heart rate and reduce the force of each heartbeat. In Inderal 40 Tablet form, this can help lower blood pressure, reduce strain on the heart, and ease symptoms caused by too much adrenaline.

Compared with Inderal 10 Tablet, Inderal 40 Tablet delivers four times the amount of propranolol in each tablet, so it is a stronger option that is usually chosen after a doctor has assessed the patient’s needs. This strength may be more convenient for people who need a higher total daily dose or fewer tablets per dose, but it is not the same as the lower-strength tablet and should not be substituted without medical advice. Because propranolol can lower heart rate and blood pressure, the 40 mg tablet may produce a more noticeable effect than Inderal 10 Tablet in sensitive patients.

• High blood pressure
• Chest pain (angina)
• Irregular heart rhythms
• Migraine prevention
• Tremor
• Symptom control in anxiety or overactive thyroid

• Swallow Inderal 40 Tablet with water, exactly as prescribed.
• Take it at the same times each day to keep a steady effect.
• It may be taken with or without food; taking it the same way each day can help you remember.
• Do not crush, split, or chew unless your prescriber specifically tells you to.
• If your doctor prescribes it for an activity-related symptom, follow the timing instructions exactly.
• Do not stop the tablet suddenly, especially if you take it for heart-related conditions.

Each Inderal 40 Tablet provides 40 mg of propranolol per tablet. The dosing frequency can vary widely by condition; some patients take it 1 to 4 times daily, and the doctor decides the schedule based on heart rate, blood pressure, and response. There is no single maximum daily dose for all uses, so the total amount must be set by a clinician and not adjusted on your own.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Propranolol may include:

• Tiredness or fatigue
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Slow heartbeat
• Cold hands or feet
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Sleep changes or vivid dreams
• More noticeable blood pressure lowering at this 40 mg strength in some people

• Do not use or use only with close medical supervision if you have asthma or a history of wheezing, because propranolol can narrow the airways.
• Use extra caution if you already have a slow pulse, low blood pressure, heart block, or certain heart rhythm problems.
• Do not stop Inderal 40 Tablet suddenly, as this can worsen chest pain or trigger heart problems.
• This 40 mg tablet may cause dizziness, so be careful driving or using machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Alcohol can increase dizziness and may make blood pressure effects stronger.
• Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, because propranolol can mask warning signs of low blood sugar.
• Check with your clinician before using decongestants, stimulant medicines, or other blood pressure/heart medicines.

• Other beta-blockers
• Calcium channel blockers such as verapamil or diltiazem
• Insulin and diabetes medicines
• Clonidine
• Alcohol

Store Inderal 40 Tablet at room temperature in the original strip or box, away from moisture, heat, and out of reach of children.