How To Use Propranolol? - Use, Dose, Side Effects

How To Use Propranolol? - Use, Dose, Side Effects - Doctor Explains [SXWBRFsIR]

In this video we will cover everything you need to know about Propranolol. We will discuss how and when to use it, we will cover its side effects, dosage and much, much more. You can find more useful videos on cardiovascular diseases and their treatments here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaG3Bo3L0gX4RW4KCNLMonBoVENz-SKM_ Generic name: Propranolol. Brand names: Propranolol. Available as a tablet, delayed release capsule and as a drink. How to use it? - Tablet: Just swallow it with half a glass of water. - Capsule: make sure to swallow it whole with water. Don’t chew on the capsule and don’t break it, as this could decrease its effectivity. - Drink: measure the precise amount you need to take with measuring cup. Take this amount. Afterwards rinse the cup with some water and drink this water as well. When to use it? Propranolol is part of a group of drugs called beta blockers. These reduce the workload on your heart and widen your blood vessels, causing your heart to beat slower and with less force. Therefore Propranolol can be used to treat; a high blood pressure; several types of heart problems (like arrhytmias and angina pectoris), thyroid problems, migraine, tremor and anxiety. What is the correct dosage? The precise dose will depend on your specific indication of use, the side effect you might experience and the severity of your symptoms. Therefore always use the precise amount and frequency your doctor prescribed you. - However, when treating a high blood pressure in adults, most doctors will start with an initial dose of 40mg 2-3x/day (when taking tablets) or 80mg 1x per/day (when taking capsules). Which if necessary can be slowly increased up to a max. dose of 320 mg/day. What are the side-effects? - Common (1-10%): slow heart rate, shortness of breath, nightmares, cold hands/feet and fatigue. - Uncommon (0.1-1%): diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting. - Rare (0.01-0.1%): changes in your blood values, worsening of heart failure, low blood pressure, hallucinations, fainting, psychoses, mood swings, confusion, amnesia, dizziness, visual disturbances, dry eyes and skin rash. - Very rare (0.01%): aggravation of myasthenia gravis, myasthenia gravis-like syndrome, alteration in fat metabolism and low blood sugar. Safety: - The first days of using propranolol it can lead to dizziness or fatigue. Please do not drive while experiencing this. - Furthermore, alcohol widens the blood vessels. It can therefore increase the side effect of dizziness at the beginning of treatment. Try drinking alcohol in moderation first so you can estimate its effects. - In addition smoking speeds up the breakdown of this drug. If you stop smoking, the amount of this drug in the blood may increase. This can make it stronger or cause side effects. - Propranolol can also have interactions with other drugs your are taking. Always discuss this with your prescribing doctor. - Lastly, propranolol could be dangerous for pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding. Therefore always discuss this with your personal doctor. - Disclaimer: this video and the comments are meant purely informational! This is not medical advice! If you are looking for medical advice always contact your own doctor. - I want to give special thanks to my sponsors on Patreon: - Sebastian Houwing: Investor Literature: 1: Farmacotherapeutisch Kompas. (2022). Propranolol. 2: Apotheek.nl (2022). Propranolol. * The images in this video are used for educational purposes only. Most of the images and videos in this video come from https://www.canva.com/. Follow me on instagram: @HOWTOMEDICATE Follow me on twitter: @HOWTOMEDICATE Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/howtomedicate