Inderal LA Drug Info

• Inderal LA

This eMedTV Web page examines Inderal LA, a prescription drug that treats angina symptoms, high blood pressure, and several other conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. This page covers Inderal LA dosing, strengths, and overdose symptoms.

• Inderal LA Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, and insomnia are among the side effects with Inderal LA. As this eMedTV article explains, there are also some Inderal LA side effects that you should report to your doctor right away, such as itching and wheezing.

• Inderal LA Uses

Inderal LA uses include preventing migraines, controlling high blood pressure, and treating angina symptoms. This eMedTV Web page also lists some off label uses of Inderal LA, such as treating hyperthyroidism and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.

• Inderal LA Dosage

The starting dose of Inderal LA for people with migraines or high blood pressure is 80 mg a day. This eMedTV page also discusses the Inderal LA doses for other conditions and factors that can affect Inderal LA dosage (including your age).

• Inderal LA Drug Interactions

As this eMedTV page explains, drug interactions with Inderal LA can alter the levels of some drugs in the body and lower blood pressure too much, among other things. Inderal LA drug interactions can occur with alcohol, Calan, NSAIDs, and other drugs.

• Inderal LA Warnings and Precautions

Be sure to ask your doctor about Inderal LA warnings and precautions that may apply to you. This eMedTV page covers potential drug interactions and the chance of severe allergic reactions in people taking the drug, among other things.

• Inderal LA and Weight Gain

This eMedTV page lists things you can do if you're taking Inderal LA and weight gain occurs (like exercising regularly). However, rapid weight gain over a couple of days can signify congestive heart failure in some people taking the drug.

• Inderal LA and Dry Eyes

Dry eyes are a rarely reported side effect of Inderal LA. This eMedTV segment lists some things that you can do if you're taking Inderal LA and dry eyes occur, such as avoiding smoking, smoky rooms, and artificial tears that may irritate your eyes.

• Inderal LA and Pregnancy

As this eMedTV article explains, a doctor may prescribe Inderal LA to a pregnant woman if its benefits outweigh the possible risks to the fetus. This page advises talking to your doctor if you're taking Inderal LA and pregnancy occurs.

• Inderal LA Overdose

Inderal LA overdose symptoms can include tiredness, wheezing, and low blood sugar. This eMedTV article advises seeking immediate medical attention if you take too much Inderal LA, and also lists treatment options, like fluids through an IV.