Question 1

i have essential tremor. i take propranolol as medication but obviously it does not help me so much. i heard there is no cure for this. is it true?

Accepted Answer

Other drugs may help: Other medications that are useful in treatment of essential tremor are primidone, Gabapentin and memantine. Essential tremor is also sometimes treated by botulinus toxin injections and deep brain stimulation.

Question 2

please describe the medication: propranolol?

Accepted Answer

Propranolol: Treats high blood pressure, angina (chest pain), irregular heartbeat, migraine headaches, tremors, and lowers the risk of repeated heart attacks. This medicine is a beta blocker.

Question 3

what would the anxiety medication propranolol show up as on a drug test?

Accepted Answer

: They usually do not test for propanolol because it is not an addictive controlled medication. So it never shows up on a drug screening test.

Question 4

can propranolol affect the effectiveness of dextroamphetamine medications?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A drug interaction exists between these two medications. Propranolol is a non-specific Beta blocker. By this, it blocks the ability of the heart to respond to higher heart rates, irregular heart rate, decreases blood pressure and more.
Dextroamphetamines normally increases heart rate. So Yes there is an interaction.
Depends if it is clinically significant. This depends on knowing more about you.

Question 5

are there alternative medications to inderal (propranolol) that work in a similar fashion?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are selective beta blocker medicines with less side effects such as bystolic (nebivolol).

Question 6

started 10mg propranolol and 10mg methimazole. when can i expect to see effects of both medications?

Accepted Answer

Hyperthyroid: The reason for starting the Propanolol is to control the sympathetic symptoms associated with hyperthyroidism. Those effects should be immediately. The methimazole controls the excess thyroid production. This can take time. A few weeks.

Question 7

hi is it ok to take these medications all in one day ? propranolol , ranitidine , mitrazapine , lactalous and maybe gaviscon ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, these: medications are safe and effective when all taken within a 24 hour period of time. Daily.

Question 8

i take propranolol (20-40 mg) 2 or 3 times a week for social anxiety and public speaking. will i build a tolerance to the dose? will the efficacy of my current dose wane over time if my body builds a tolerance to the medication?

Accepted Answer

: If you are not taking the medicine every day, then you are unlikely to become tolerant of this dose. But, if you begin to notice that the same dose is no longer effectively controlling your symptoms, then you should see your doctor to have this evaluated. Good luck!

Question 9

i'm on clonzepam inderal (propranolol) and remeron will any of these medications cause frequent dirrahea?

Accepted Answer

No: In fact, Clonazepam and Remeron (mirtazapine) are both associated with constipation!

Question 10

i was put on 60mg of propranolol once nightly for anxiety. is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medication? or if i plan to drink should i wait until my next dose? i only drink once a week on the weekend.

Accepted Answer

Propranolol:  Per Drugs.Com Drug Interaction checker:  "Propranolol and ethanol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate." REF:  https://www.drugs.com/food-interactions/propranolol.html.  Although  some providers may give different guidance, I usually recommend not to use alcohol if on psy

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A member asked:

I have essential tremor. i take propranolol as medication but obviously it does not help me so much. i heard there is no cure for this. is it true?

A member asked:

Please describe the medication: propranolol?

A member asked:

What would the anxiety medication propranolol show up as on a drug test?

A member asked:

Can propranolol affect the effectiveness of dextroamphetamine medications?

A member asked:

Are there alternative medications to inderal (propranolol) that work in a similar fashion?

A member asked:

Started 10mg propranolol and 10mg methimazole. when can i expect to see effects of both medications?

A member asked:

Hi is it ok to take these medications all in one day ? propranolol , ranitidine , mitrazapine , lactalous and maybe gaviscon ?

A member asked:

I take propranolol (20-40 mg) 2 or 3 times a week for social anxiety and public speaking. will i build a tolerance to the dose? will the efficacy of my current dose wane over time if my body builds a tolerance to the medication?

A member asked:

I'm on clonzepam inderal (propranolol) and remeron will any of these medications cause frequent dirrahea?

A member asked:

I was put on 60mg of propranolol once nightly for anxiety. is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medication? or if i plan to drink should i wait until my next dose? i only drink once a week on the weekend.

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