Propranolol

( Inderal La )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Oct 13, 2023

Drug Details

Generic Name:

Propranolol hydrochloride

Common Brands:

Inderal LA, Inderal XL, InnoPran XL

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Beta blockers

Forms:

Tablet, extended-release (long-acting) capsule, oral solution

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

To treat high blood pressure
To prevent and treat chest pain (angina pectoris)
To treat atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response
To improve survival after heart attacks
To prevent migraine headaches
To control high blood pressure and other symptoms in patients with pheochromocytoma
To manage essential tremor
To treat hypertrophic subaortic stenosis

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance

Propranolol Drug Class

Propranolol (pro-pah-noh-lole) is a beta blocker.

Propranolol Age Range

Propranolol is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this medication in pediatric patients have not been established. However, your child’s doctor may prescribe propranolol hydrochloride oral solution for a hemangioma (blood vessel abnormality).

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