Question 1

can i stop propranolol er 60 mg after only taking it for two days?

Accepted Answer

: If you are having bothersome side effects to the medication, then stop use and contact your prescribing doctor. Without knowing your medical history or reasons for taking it, I cannot advise you about further about use of this drug.

Question 2

what's the difference between regular propranolol and propranolol er?

Accepted Answer

Duration: Propranolol is a short acting preparation and is taken twice daily while the er for is extended release (long acting) and is taken once daily.

Question 3

what are the differences if any between propranolol er 80 mg and  regular propranolol  80 mg. can you use one instead of the other. any issues.

Accepted Answer

Propranolol: The drugs are actually the same.  The er version is a slow release version of Propranolol which slowly releases Propranolol into the circulation.  The daily amount of Propranolol is the same.  With the er product, you just don't have to take it as often during the day.

Question 4

hello, i have been on propranolol er 60mg for about a week, but my bp is very low right now (55-60) im afraid that if i take my pill my bp will drop. ?

Accepted Answer

Call prescribing: physician: you did not specify if your BP of 55-60 was your top or bottom number. Do you have symptoms of dizziness, weakness or fainting?? Call your prescribing physician now.

Question 5

80 mg propranolol er vs propranolol. which is best for long term bp control, anxiaty, and angina.

Accepted Answer

Propranolol: Regular release Inderal (propranolol) is mostly potent for anxiety, but i would recommend following through with your cardiologist's recommendation if he/she feels the extended-release works better for your other issues.

Question 6

what can i expect switching from bystolic (nebivolol) 5 mg to propranolol er 60 mg? how long before i get adjusted?

Accepted Answer

Depends: everyone responds differently to medications. The bystolic (nebivolol) is a b1 selective  drug . This limits side effects. The  propranolol is a non selective beta blocker. This may be better at lowering blood pressure but may have more side effects. Depends on the patient and different responses to medications,the reason for the switch, the insurance coverage etc .

Question 7

i want to stop taking propranolol er 60mg. i take it to regulate fast bpm. what are the risks of quitting & how high of a bpm is too high at rest after quitting?

Accepted Answer

Weaning beta blocker: working with the doctor who prescribed the propranolol is important. It is very important not to abruptly stop the medication but rather to wean it over several days. I would recommend that you contact your prescribing doctor to help you through this. This will include monitoring your heart rate as you proceed.

Question 8

very nervous on propranolol er 60 dr put me back on bystolic (nebivolol) 5 mg is it as affective on bp as propranolol i also take losartan 50.

Accepted Answer

Both meds control BP: All medication doses must be individualized to the needs of the patient. Although these medications have similar mechanism of action, at comparable doses, the change in blood pressure will vary. The doctor will follow your BP and adjust the medication as needed.

Question 9

is there any withdrawal symptoms or do you have to wean off propranolol er 80 mg  capsule when you stop it. how you do it since it is capsule.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Beta-blockers like propanolol need to be weaned off gradually, or your system will be overly stimulation to beta stimulation (your own adrenaline).  Consider cutting the dose in half for a week, then a fourth for another week, then every other day for 4-6 days before stopping.  You can ask for a smaller capsule strength, or buy empty gelatin capsules and split the dose.

Question 10

i take 20mg lisinopril for my hbp it works great i also have propranolol er 60mg that works for my panic is it ok to take both? or any recommendation

Accepted Answer

ACEI + BETA BLOCKER: Yes.  These two meds work well together. Measure your BP on your own to be sure your BP does notdrop too low, particularly after a meal. Some believe ACEI are best taken in the evening.

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Can i stop propranolol er 60 mg after only taking it for two days?

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What's the difference between regular propranolol and propranolol er?

A member asked:

What are the differences if any between propranolol er 80 mg and regular propranolol 80 mg. can you use one instead of the other. any issues.

A member asked:

Hello, i have been on propranolol er 60mg for about a week, but my bp is very low right now (55-60) im afraid that if i take my pill my bp will drop. ?

A member asked:

80 mg propranolol er vs propranolol. which is best for long term bp control, anxiaty, and angina.

A member asked:

What can i expect switching from bystolic (nebivolol) 5 mg to propranolol er 60 mg? how long before i get adjusted?

A member asked:

I want to stop taking propranolol er 60mg. i take it to regulate fast bpm. what are the risks of quitting & how high of a bpm is too high at rest after quitting?

A member asked:

Very nervous on propranolol er 60 dr put me back on bystolic (nebivolol) 5 mg is it as affective on bp as propranolol i also take losartan 50.

A member asked:

Is there any withdrawal symptoms or do you have to wean off propranolol er 80 mg capsule when you stop it. how you do it since it is capsule.

A member asked:

I take 20mg lisinopril for my hbp it works great i also have propranolol er 60mg that works for my panic is it ok to take both? or any recommendation

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