Side effect(s) of Propranolol

Last Updated on Jan 30, 2023

Review the side-effects of Propranolol as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Heart - Slow heart rate, heart failure, low blood pressure, tingling of hands and bruising.

   Central Nervous System - Lightheadedness, mental depression, sleeplessness, weakness, fatigue, visual disturbances, hallucinations, vivid dreams, memory loss, emotional lability, fatigue, lethargy and vivid dreams.

   Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, abdominal cramping, diarrhea and constipation.

   Allergic reactions - Shock, rash, fever combined with pain and sore throat and respiratory distress.

   Respiratory - Asthma.

   Blood - Bruising, decrease in white blood cells and platelets.

   Skin - Skin inflammation, rash, hives, hair loss and redness of the skin.

   Genitourinary - Male impotence and peyronie's disease (penis in duration).

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Propranolol

Propranolol(Inderal) generic is a beta-blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure and chest pain. It is also used to prevent migraine headaches and recurrence of heart attacks. It works by relaxing blood vessels.