Propranolol Hydrochloride Tablets: Functions, Uses, and Contraindications
Disease description:
During a recent physical examination, I found that my blood pressure was slightly high. My doctor prescribed a bottle of Propranolol Hydrochloride Tablets. I would like to ask about its effects, uses, and contraindications.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Propranolol Hydrochloride Tablets, as a beta-blocker, have significant efficacy and applications, yet they also have certain contraindications.
1. Efficacy and Uses:
- Lower blood pressure, suitable for the treatment of hypertension.
- Slow heart rate, used to control various types of rapid arrhythmias, especially tachycardia associated with hyperthyroidism.
- Reduce myocardial oxygen consumption, effective for angina pectoris and after myocardial infarction, and capable of reducing mortality following myocardial infarction.
- Alleviate symptoms of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, such as angina, palpitations, and syncope.
- Aid in the treatment of hyperthyroidism by reducing thyroid hormone metabolism.
- Prevent migraines, anxiety disorders, and gastrointestinal bleeding.
2. Contraindications:
- Contraindicated in patients allergic to the drug.
- Contraindicated in patients with bronchial asthma, cardiogenic shock, second- or third-degree atrioventricular block, severe or acute heart failure, and sinus bradycardia.
When taking Propranolol Hydrochloride Tablets, strictly follow medical instructions and monitor for adverse reactions.
