Inderal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. The alternative uses of Inderal have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Inderal. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Inderal also has some side effects, the most common being Fainting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Inderal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Inderal normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Inderal has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Inderal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Inderal can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Inderal in conditions like Asthma, Diabetes, Liver Disease. The section on Inderal contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Inderal may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Inderal, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Inderal is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Inderal is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Inderal safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Inderal. If you are pregnant, do not take Inderal without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Inderal safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Inderal on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Inderal on the Kidneys?
Using Inderal does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Inderal on the Liver?
Side effects of Inderal rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Inderal on the Heart?
Inderal has very mild side effects on the heart.
Inderal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Inderal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Inderal habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Inderal.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Inderal you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Inderal should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Inderal is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Inderal
When consumed with certain foods, Inderal may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Inderal
Taking alcohol with Inderal can be dangerous.
Rarely, Inderal causes hair loss (alopecia). However, the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown but it is presumed that it occurs because of thinning of the hairs which weakens their strength. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then do discuss it with your doctor.
Rarely, Inderal causes depression. However, the exact cause of depression is not known. If you experiencing insomnia, persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Take Inderal as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
No, Inderal is not a blood thinner It is an antihypertensive drug that belongs to the class of drug known as beta-blockers (nonselective beta-adrenergic receptor blocking agent).
No, Inderal is not approved for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness). Hence you are advised not to take this drug by yourself to induce sleep.
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