Pindolol (Visken (15 mg)) is a beta blocker, prescribed for hypertension. It slows down the heart rate and decreases the amount of blood it pumps out.
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Gastrointestinal : Abdominal discomfort and nausea.
Skin : Itching and rash.
How to use Visken (15 mg)?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.
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In which conditions should Visken (15 mg) be avoided?
Contraindicated in patients with asthma, heart failure, shock, heart block and hypersensitivity.
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What are the Precautions needed with Visken (15 mg)
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of adrenal gland tumor, respiratory problems, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), lung, heart, kidney, liver diseases, narrowing of blood vessels, slow heartbeat, sugar, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
Avoid alcohol consumption.
Are there any additional Precautions?
Avoid excess dosage.
At What Temperature Should it be Stored?
Store it at room temperature and away from light.
Schedule : H Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.
Q: Does Visken (15 mg) help with anxiety disorders?
A: Yes, when given for a short time, Visken (15 mg) helps relieve the physical symptoms of anxiety. The dose and duration of this medication depend on the recurrence of the symptoms (1✔✔Trusted Source Pindolol Rescues Anxiety-Like Behavior and Neurogenic Maladaptations of Long-Term Binge Alcohol Intake in Mice
A: Visken (15 mg) may cause weight gain in some patients. According to studies, patients who are treated with Visken (15 mg) gain weight during the treatment (3✔✔Trusted Source Adverse reactions to pindolol administration
A: Beta-blockers usually reduce different types of tremors, while Visken (15 mg) is known to cause tremors. Visken (15 mg)-induced tremors are usually self-limiting and resolve on their own after discontinuing the drug (4✔✔Trusted Source Pindolol
Q: Why is Visken (15 mg) not used to treat angina?
A: Although Visken (15 mg) may be effective in reducing angina, it should be used with caution in patients with a history of myocardial infarction and left ventricular dysfunction because it may not reduce heart rate or blood pressure at rest (5✔✔Trusted Source Pindolol
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1. Pindolol Rescues Anxiety-Like Behavior and Neurogenic Maladaptations of Long-Term Binge Alcohol Intake in Mice - (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6895681/)
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