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Betacap 20 Tablet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Betacap 20 Tablet is used for Hypertension (high blood pressure), angina (chest pain), cardiac arrhythmias, prevention of migraine, essential tremor, anxiety symptoms (performance anxiety), prevention of bleeding from oesophageal varices, adjunct in hyperthyroidism/thyrotoxicosis.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated June 2026

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Active Ingredient / Composition

Propranolol (20mg)

What is Betacap 20 Tablet used for?

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
angina (chest pain)
cardiac arrhythmias
prevention of migraine
essential tremor
anxiety symptoms (performance anxiety)
prevention of bleeding from oesophageal varices
adjunct in hyperthyroidism/thyrotoxicosis

How Betacap 20 Tablet Works

Propranolol is a non-selective beta-adrenergic blocker. It reduces heart rate and cardiac output and decreases renin release from kidneys, thereby lowering blood pressure and reducing workload on the heart. It also stabilizes electrical activity of the heart and helps prevent migraine.

Dosage & Directions

Take as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet with water at the same time each day; may be taken with or without food (take consistently). Do not stop suddenly without medical advice; dose is usually tapered.

Always follow your doctor's prescription. Do not self-medicate.

Key Benefits

Lowers high blood pressure
Reduces chest pain due to angina
Helps control fast/irregular heartbeats
Prevents migraine attacks
Reduces tremors and physical symptoms of anxiety

Pregnancy

Use with caution

Alcohol Interaction

Use with caution

Betacap 20 Tablet — Quick Facts

Composition: Propranolol (20mg)
Therapeutic class: Antihypertensive
Drug class: Non-selective beta-blocker
Prescription: Required (Rx)
Price: ₹34
Habit forming: No
Storage: Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Betacap 20 Tablet — Usage FAQs

How should I take this medicine?

Follow the dosage prescribed by your doctor. Do not alter the dose without medical advice.

Can I take this medicine without a prescription?

Prescription-required medicines need a valid Rx. OTC medicines can be purchased directly.

What if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is close to your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose.

How long does it take to show effect?

The time to show effect varies by medicine and condition. Consult your doctor for specific timelines.

Betacap 20 Tablet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Betacap 20 Tablet used for?

How Betacap 20 Tablet Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Betacap 20 Tablet — Quick Facts

Betacap 20 Tablet — Usage FAQs

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Betacap 20 Tablet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Betacap 20 Tablet used for?

How Betacap 20 Tablet Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Betacap 20 Tablet — Quick Facts

Betacap 20 Tablet — Usage FAQs

More from PingMeDoc™

Safety disclaimer