Provanol 20 Tablet

Provanol 20 Tablet is a tablet form of propranolol, with 20 mg of propranolol in each tablet. It belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers and is used to help manage certain heart and blood pressure conditions, as well as some other doctor-directed uses. Provanol 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine, so it should be taken only under medical supervision.

How it works: Propranolol works by blocking beta receptors, which slows the heart rate and reduces the heart’s workload. In Provanol 20 Tablet form, this helps lower blood pressure, ease some heart-related symptoms, and can reduce physical symptoms such as shaking or fast heartbeat when prescribed for those uses.

Provanol 20 Tablet is a mid-strength tablet in the Provanol line: it is stronger than Provanol 10 Tablet but lower than the extended-release Provanol SR 40 Tablet and Provanol SR 80 Tablet. Because it is an immediate-release tablet, it may be chosen when a doctor wants a dose that can be adjusted more flexibly and may act sooner than an SR form.

• High blood pressure
• Fast or irregular heart rhythms
• Chest pain prevention in some patients
• Migraine prevention
• Symptom control in anxiety-related situations when prescribed

• Swallow Provanol 20 Tablet whole with a glass of water unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• Take it at the same time each day to help you remember doses and keep levels steady.
• It may be taken with or without food, but taking it the same way each time can make it easier to tolerate.
• Do not stop Provanol 20 Tablet suddenly, because abrupt stopping can worsen heart symptoms or raise blood pressure.
• If a dose is missed, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Provanol 20 Tablet contains 20 mg of propranolol. How often it is taken depends on the condition being treated; immediate-release propranolol is often prescribed more than once daily, but the exact schedule and maximum daily amount must be set by the doctor based on the patient’s response and medical history. This strength is not a one-size-fits-all starting dose, so the prescriber may adjust the dose up or down from 20 mg tablets.

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

Common side effects of Propranolol may include:

• Tiredness or low energy
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Slower heart rate
• Cold hands or feet
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Sleep changes or vivid dreams

• Use extra caution if you have asthma, COPD, or a history of wheezing, because propranolol can tighten airways.
• Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, since Provanol 20 Tablet can mask low blood sugar warning signs like a fast heartbeat.
• Do not stop this medicine suddenly, especially if you take it for chest pain or heart rhythm control.
• Be careful when driving or standing up quickly, since dizziness and slower reactions can happen.
• Tell your clinician about liver problems, slow heart rate, heart block, or a history of heart failure before using this strength.
• Alcohol can worsen dizziness and may make side effects feel stronger.
• If you are having surgery or dental procedures, let the care team know you take propranolol.

• Other blood pressure medicines, especially calcium channel blockers or clonidine
• Digoxin or other medicines that can slow the heart rate
• Asthma medicines such as albuterol, which may work less well
• Insulin or diabetes pills, because propranolol can hide low blood sugar symptoms
• Certain antidepressants or antiarrhythmic medicines that can change propranolol effects

Store Provanol 20 Tablet at room temperature in the original strip/box, away from moisture and excess heat, and keep it out of reach of children.