| Active substance |
Propranolol |
| Also known as |
Propranolol HCl |
| Blood pressure |
Lowers blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
(RS)-1-(Isopropylamino)-3-(1-naphthyloxy)propan-2-ol hydrochloride |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically 10 mg to 40 mg three or four times a day for hypertension or angina, dosage may vary for other conditions |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not typically used for performance enhancement |
| Effects |
Decreased heart rate, decreased blood pressure, reduced anxiety |
| Formula |
C16H21NO2 В· HCl |
| Half-life |
Approximately 4 to 6 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low risk |
| Lab Test |
Not typically required for monitoring |
| Main action |
Non-selective beta-adrenergic receptor blocker |
| Side effects |
Fatigue, dizziness, depression, sleep disturbances, nausea |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, protect from light |
| Strength |
20 mg |
| Substance class |
Beta blocker |
| Trade name |
Inderal, Hemangeol, others |
| Use in sports |
Used primarily to manage physical symptoms of anxiety, such as tremors |
| Water Retention |
Minimal or none |
| Manufacturer |
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. |
| Packing |
15 tabs/blister |
