People's Pharmacy

Inderal La

Generic Name:propranolol

Revised:4/1/2000

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Overview

Inderal LA is a special long-acting formulation of a propranolol, the pre-eminent member of a class medicines called beta blockers. That means these drugs work in part by blunting the action of adrenaline, the body?s natural fight or flight chemical.

People normally respond to stressful situations with a rapid pulse, a pounding heart and an increase in blood pressure. Inderal LA helps block such reactions.

Inderal LA is prescribed for a wide range of health conditions including irregular heart rhythms, angina, high blood pressure, prevention of migraine headaches or a second heart attack and tremor.

Although the FDA has not specifically approved its use for other purposes, doctors have employed Inderal LA to relieve involuntary movements caused by major tranquilizers, stage fright and panic disorders.

The dose will vary depending upon the condition being treated.