Provanol SR 40 Tablet (Propranolol 40mg)

Medical Description

Provanol Sr 40mg Tablet contains Propranolol as its active ingredient. This medicine is used to treat and prevent heart-related conditions such as high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, chest pain due to heart condition, heart attack and other conditions. It works by relaxing the blood vessels, which slows down the pulse, thereby improving the blood flow and decreasing the blood pressure. This medicine should be used under medical prescription and for the duration, it is prescribed. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting this medicine.

Uses of Provanol Sr 40 MG

Provanol Sr 40mg Tablet is used for the treatment of high blood pressure, irregular heart rhythm, Pheochromocytoma (a rare tumour of the adrenal gland situated above kidneys) and Hypertrophic Subaortic Stenosis (a disorder of heart muscle).
It is also used for the prevention of angina attacks (chest pain due to heart condition), myocardial infarction (heart attack), tremors and migraine.

Contraindications of Provanol Sr 40 MG

If you are allergic to Propranolol or any other constituents of Provanol Sr 40mg Tablet.
If you have asthma, lung or airway disorders.
If you have low blood pressure, blockage in the heart and slow heartbeats (bradycardia).
If you experience low blood glucose very often.
If you have blood circulation issues and electrolyte imbalance.
If you have an untreated tumour of the adrenal gland or a condition Prinzmetal’s angina.
Do not take this medicine after prolonged fasting.

Side effects of Provanol Sr 40 MG

Nausea
Vomiting
Tiredness
Dizziness
Weakness
Nightmares
Sleep disturbances
Increased heartbeats
Cold hands and feet

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have any problems with your heart.
You have kidney or liver-related diseases.
You have blood circulation problems.
You have muscle weakness.
You have a history of allergic reactions.
You have an overactive thyroid gland.
You have cold sensations in fingers and toes.
You have skin conditions like itchy dry patches on the skin.
You smoke and drink very often.
You are above 65 years.

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Mode of Action of Provanol Sr 40 MG

How Does It Work?
Propranolol works by blocking certain chemicals in the body that affect the heart and blood vessels, thus reducing the blood pressure, heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

Directions for Use of Provanol Sr 40 MG

Provanol Sr 40mg Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It should be taken on an empty stomach. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Provanol Sr 40 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Concomitant use of this medicine with medicines to treat irregular heartbeat and adrenaline (Epinephrine) may cause high blood pressure or slow heartbeats. Therefore, it should be avoided.
Antimigraine medicines such as Ergotamine and Rizatriptan should be taken with a gap of a minimum of 2 hours with Provanol Sr 40mg Tablet.
Concomitant use of Propranolol with medicines to treat heart diseases like Verapamil, Diltiazem and Nifedipine should be avoided as it may lead to abnormal heart rhythm, low blood pressure, slow heartbeats and heart failure.
Concomitant use of Propranolol with anaesthetics may cause fast heartbeats and may also increase the risk of high blood pressure and thus should be used with caution.
This medicine, if taken along with other antihypertensive medicines can lead to a sudden drop in blood pressure.
Concomitant use of anti-inflammatory medicines like Indomethacin and Ibuprofen may decrease the effect of Propranolol.
Concomitant use along with medicines used to treat brain-related disorders like Fluvoxamine and Imipramine may cause slow heartbeats.
Other medicines like Lidocaine, Warfarin, Phenobarbital, Mephobarbital, Chlorpromazine, Cimetidine, Hydralazine, Imipramine, Rifampicin, Theophylline, Insulin and Digoxin used to treat heart failure should be used cautiously along with Provanol Sr 40mg Tablet.
Do not smoke or consume tobacco as may cause an increase in heart rate and may impair blood pressure control.

Storage and disposal of Provanol Sr 40 MG

Store Provanol Sr 40mg Tablet below 25°C in a clean and dry place.
Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Dosage of Provanol Sr 40 MG

Overdose
Excess of this medicine can have deadly effects and may lead to a heart attack. The overdose symptoms are slow heartbeats, low blood pressure, fits, heart diseases, difficulty in breathing, drowsiness, dilated pupils, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, confusion, hallucinations, body pain, fainting or coma.
If you experience any of these symptoms or think you have taken an excessive dose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
Missing a dose of antihypertensives may lead to high blood pressure and other heart-related complications. If you miss any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember.
If it’s time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of this tablet to compensate for the missed one.