Propranolol: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Propranolol is a non-selective beta-blocker. It is a prescription medicine used for high blood pressure, migraine prevention, anxiety symptoms, tremor, angina and irregular heartbeat. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, made by 7 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Propranolol works
Propranolol blocks beta receptors throughout the body, slowing the heart and calming the physical effects of adrenaline.
What is Propranolol used for?
- High blood pressure
- Migraine prevention
- Anxiety symptoms
- Tremor
- Angina
- Irregular heartbeat
Propranolol is used to prevent migraine, to control physical symptoms of anxiety such as shaking and a racing heart, for essential tremor, angina, some irregular heart rhythms and high blood pressure, and in liver disease to lower pressure in the veins.
Side effects of Propranolol
Common side effects of Propranolol include:
- Tiredness
- Cold hands and feet
- Sleep disturbance or vivid dreams
- Slow heartbeat
Get medical help for wheezing, breathlessness, fainting or a very slow heartbeat.
Precautions and warnings
- It is not suitable for people with asthma.
- Do not stop it suddenly.
- It can hide the signs of low blood sugar.
- Tell your doctor if you have heart failure or circulation problems.
Frequently asked questions about Propranolol
What is the price of Propranolol in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Propranolol products currently in stock range from Rs 34 to Rs 1,546 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Hyporide 40mg Tablet at Rs 34. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Propranolol are available in Pakistan?
Propranolol is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Inderal (Ici Pharmaceuticals), Opinol (Glit Pharma), Cardinol (Icon), Cardioset (Lisko), Blockonol (Lisko), Propranolol (Siza International), Hyporide (Usawa) and Hyprol (Munawar Pharma).Do I need a prescription for Propranolol?
Yes. Propranolol is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Are all Propranolol brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Propranolol in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Propranolol brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 15 products containing Propranolol from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
