Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition : Propranolol(40mg)
Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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.
Propranolol is a non-selective beta receptor antagonist. This means that it does not have preference to Beta-1 or Beta-2 receptors. It competes with sympathomimetic neurotransmitters for binding to receptors, which inhibits sympathetic stimulation of the heart
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.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ciplar-LA
Tiredness
Weakness
Raynaud's phenomenon
Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Reversible airway diseases, particularly asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Slow heart rate (bradycardia) (<60 beats/minute)
Sick sinus syndrome.
Atrioventricular block (second- or third-degree)
Shock.
Severe low blood pressure.
Cocaine toxicity.
Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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 Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet.
Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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 Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet, 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 Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.
Q. My doctor has prescribed Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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 Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet for chest pain (angina). Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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. Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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 Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet for high blood pressure?
Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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 Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet be used in asthmatics?
No, Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet cannot be used in asthmatics. This is because using Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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 Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet.
Q. What if I take an overdose of Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet?
If you take an overdose of Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet you may experience symptoms such as slow heartbeat, trembling, difficulty breathing, or dizziness. However, the response of taking too much of Ciplar-LA 40 Tablet 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.
