Propranolol
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What is the most important information I should know about propranolol?
| Pronunciation: | pro PRAN oh lol |
| Brand: | Inderal, Inderal LA, InnoPran XL |
 | You should not use this medication if you are allergic to propranolol, or if you have asthma or certain heart conditions, especially second or third degree heart block. |
| Do not stop taking propranolol without first talking to your doctor. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse. |
If you need to have any type of surgery, you may need to temporarily stop using propranolol. Be sure the surgeon knows ahead of time that you are using propranolol.
 | Avoid drinking alcohol. It may increase your blood levels of propranolol. |
Propranolol is only part of a complete program of treatment for hypertension that may also include diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely if you are being treated for hypertension.
Hypertension often has no symptoms, so you may not even feel that you have high blood pressure. Continue using this medicine as directed, even if you feel well. You may need to use blood pressure medication for the rest of your life.
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| Last updated: | May 15, 2008 |
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