Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition : Propranolol(20mg)
Strip of 10 Capsule Pr
(Inclusive of all taxes)
Betacap TR 20 Capsule helps decrease anxiety and relieve tremors. It is also used to help prevent migraine, heart-related chest pain (angina), and bleeding in the stomach caused by high blood pressure in the liver (portal hypertension).
Betacap TR 20 Capsule may also be used to treat high blood pressure and some types of abnormal heartbeat (arrhythmia). The dose will depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond to the medicine. You should always take it as prescribed by the doctor. It should be taken on an empty stomach and at about the same time each day. You should keep taking it even if you feel well, as you are still getting the benefits. If you stop taking it suddenly, your condition may worsen.
The most common side effects are tiredness, weakness cold fingers and toes (Raynaud phenomenon), irregular or slow heartbeat, numbness in your fingers, and breathlessness. You may also experience nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Talk to your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away. Most side effects are short-lived and improve as your body gets used to the medicine.
You should not use this medicine if you have asthma, very slow or uneven heartbeats, or a serious heart condition, including heart failure. Talk to your doctor before taking it if you have kidney or liver problems or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In terms of lifestyle, alcohol may affect the way this medicine works and should be avoided. You should not drive if this medicine makes you feel dizzy. Ask your doctor whether it is safe to take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Propranolol exerts its effects primarily by blocking the action of the endogenous catecholamines, epinephrine and norepinephrine, at beta adrenoceptors. The magnitude of the effect of propranolol is dependent on the degree of sympathetic tone
The pharmacokinetics of propranolol vary according to the route and duration of administration. After i.v. administration, the decline in drug concentrations is biphasic and the drug is cleared very efficiently by the liver, so that its elimination is dependent largely on liver blood flow
Tiredness
Weakness
Raynaud's phenomenon
Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
diabetes.
low blood sugar.
depression.
myasthenia gravis, a skeletal muscle disorder.
a disease with shrinking and weaker muscles called myopathy.
complete heart block.
second degree atrioventricular heart block.
Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome.
Betacap TR 20 Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Betacap TR 20 Capsule.
Betacap TR 20 Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Propranolol is indicated to treat hypertension. Propranolol is also indicated to treat angina pectoris due to coronary atherosclerosis, atrial fibrillation, myocardial infarction, migraine, essential tremor, hypertrophic subaortic stenosis, pheochromocytoma, and proliferating infantile hemangioma
Alpha blockers: Prazosin.
Anticholinergics: Scopolamine.
Other high blood pressure medications: Clonidine, acebutolol, nebivolol, digoxin, metoprolol.
Other heart medications: Quinidine, digoxin, verapamil.
Steroid medications: Prednisone.
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.
Avoid Betacap TR 20 Capsule with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Betacap TR 20 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
It is not the first-choice treatment for high blood pressure according to the latest guidelines.
It may hide the symptoms of low blood sugar if you have diabetes. Monitor blood sugar levels regularly.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Betacap TR 20 Capsule can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Inform your doctor if you notice increased swelling around your legs or ankles, sudden weight gain or sudden shortness of breath as these may be symptoms of heart failure.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Betacap TR 20 Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Betacap TR 20 Capsule with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.
Q. My doctor has prescribed Betacap TR 20 Capsule even though my blood pressure is within normal limits. Is it because of the chest pain that I complained of?
Yes, it is possible that your doctor prescribed Betacap TR 20 Capsule for chest pain (angina). Betacap TR 20 Capsule is a beta-blocker that is used to lower high blood pressure, prevent angina, treat or prevent heart attacks or reduce your risk of heart problems following a heart attack. Betacap TR 20 Capsule is also used to treat irregularities in the heartbeat, including those caused by anxiety, essential tremor (shaking of the head, chin and hands). It also prevents migraine headaches, overactive thyroid (thyrotoxicosis and hyperthyroidism), and bleeding in the food pipe caused by high blood pressure.
Q. When can I expect relief in my symptoms after starting Betacap TR 20 Capsule for high blood pressure?
Betacap TR 20 Capsule usually starts working within a few hours of taking it. However, it may take up to a week to see the full benefits of the symptoms of high blood pressure or heart conditions. You may not notice any difference, but that does not mean it is not working. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.
Q. Can Betacap TR 20 Capsule be used in asthmatics?
No, Betacap TR 20 Capsule cannot be used in asthmatics. This is because using Betacap TR 20 Capsule in asthma patients can cause breathing problems, which may trigger an asthma attack. Always inform your doctor if you have or ever had asthma or any episodes of difficulty breathing, before starting treatment with Betacap TR 20 Capsule.
Q. What if I take an overdose of Betacap TR 20 Capsule?
If you take an overdose of Betacap TR 20 Capsule you may experience symptoms such as slow heartbeat, trembling, difficulty breathing, or dizziness. However, the response of taking too much of Betacap TR 20 Capsule varies from person to person. It would be best to consult a doctor if you think you have taken more than what you are prescribed.
