Manufacturer : Propranolol (20mg)

Made In: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Betacap 20 Tablet 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 20 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. 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. USES OF BETACAP TABLET Treatment of Pheochromocytoma Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Prevention of migraine Treatment of Anxiety Treatment of Arrhythmia Prevention of Heart attack Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Treatment of Tremors BENEFITS OF BETACAP TABLET In Treatment of Pheochromocytoma While carrying out surgery for the removal of pheochromocytoma, there is a risk of abnormally high blood pressure. Betacap 20 Tablet blocks the effect of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down the heart rate and helps the heartbeat with less force thereby lowering your blood pressure. It is used for the immediate reduction of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency). Controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. Show More SIDE EFFECTS OF BETACAP TABLET 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 Betacap Tiredness Weakness Raynaud's phenomenon Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats) Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea HOW TO USE BETACAP TABLET 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. Betacap 20 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Betacap 20 Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat. HOW BETACAP TABLET WORKS Betacap 20 Tablet contains Propranolol, a beta blocker. It works by affecting the body?s response to nerve impulses, especially in the heart. It slows down your heart rate and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body. This prevents arrhythmias. It also widens the blood vessels in the body for better blood flow, thereby preventing angina as well as migraine. The exact mechanism by which it prevents tremors is not known, but experts believe that Betacap 20 Tablet helps block the nerve impulses to the muscles responsible for tremors. Propranolol helps block the effects of the chemical messengers namely, adrenaline and noradrenaline, that are produced by the brain and are responsible for increasing your heart rate which makes you feel anxious. This way it helps with anxiety. While treating pheochromocytoma, Betacap 20 Tablet may be given to block the action of high-adrenaline hormones, to lower the risk of developing dangerously high blood pressure during surgery for removing the tumor. SAFETY ADVICE warnings Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Betacap 20 Tablet. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Betacap 20 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. warnings Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Betacap 20 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. warnings Driving UNSAFE Betacap 20 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Betacap 20 Tablet may cause visual disturbances, hallucinations, fatigue, mental confusion, dizziness or tiredness. This may affect your driving ability. warnings Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Betacap 20 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Betacap 20 Tablet is recommended. However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease. Betacap 20 Tablet may be started with a low dose and then increased further. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment. warnings Liver CAUTION Betacap 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Betacap 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment. WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE BETACAP TABLET? If you miss a dose of Betacap 20 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