Hipertol (Propranolol)

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Brand Name: Hipertol

Generic Name: Propranolol

Manufacturer/Agent: Lab & Allied

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 40mg

Pack size: 1000

Trade Price: KES 260.00

Retail Price: @ KES 0.35

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Class: Beta-blockers (Cardiovascular drugs)

Mechanism of Action:

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Molecular Formulae: C16H21NO2.HCL = 295.8

Precautions: History of obstructive airways disease. metabolic acidosis, sinus bradycardia, partial heart block.

Indications/Uses: Hypertension, phaeochromocytoma , arrhythmias, prophylaxis after myocardial infarction, thyrotoxicosis. dose determined by condition usually 10-40mg thrice dail

Interactions: Decreased effect: barbiturates, nsaids, ampicillin, rifampicin, ca salts. increased effect: reserpine, oral contraceptives, cimetidine, maoi, diuretics.

Side Effects: Bradycardia. heart failure. hypotension. bronchospasm. gastro-intestinal disturbances. fatigue. sleep disturbances.

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