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  1. propanolol, Inderalnoun

    the first beta blocker (trade name Inderal) used in treating hypertension and angina pectoris and essential tremor

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  1. propanolol

    Propranolol, sold under the brand name Inderal among others, is a medication of the beta blocker class. It is used to treat high blood pressure, a number of types of irregular heart rate, thyrotoxicosis, capillary hemangiomas, performance anxiety, and essential tremors, as well to prevent migraine headaches, and to prevent further heart problems in those with angina or previous heart attacks. It can be taken by mouth or by injection into a vein. The formulation that is taken by mouth comes in short-acting and long-acting versions. Propranolol appears in the blood after 30 minutes and has a maximum effect between 60 and 90 minutes when taken by mouth.Common side effects include nausea, abdominal pain, and constipation. It should not be used in those with an already slow heart rate and most of those with heart failure. Quickly stopping the medication in those with coronary artery disease may worsen symptoms. It may worsen the symptoms of asthma. Caution is recommended in those with liver or kidney problems. Propranolol may cause harmful effects for the baby if taken during pregnancy. Its use during breastfeeding is probably safe, but the baby should be monitored for side effects. It is a non-selective beta blocker which works by blocking β-adrenergic receptors.Propranolol was patented in 1962 and approved for medical use in 1964. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. Propranolol is available as a generic medication. In 2020, it was the 88th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 8 million prescriptions.

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  1. propanolol

    Propranolol is a type of medication that is part of a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It is primarily used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heart rhythms, migraine headaches, and chest pain (angina). It can also be used to prevent heart attacks and reduce the risk of heart-related death. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in the body such as adrenaline, on the heart and blood vessels, resulting in a lower heart rate, lower blood pressure, and reduced strain on the heart.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of propanolol in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of propanolol in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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