Inderal F 10

Composition of Inderal F 10

Inderal F 10 contains Propranolol + Flunarizine. It belongs to the Beta blocker and Central nervous system agent class of medicines.

Uses of Inderal F 10

• This medicine is used in the treatment of high blood pressure
• angina
• heart failure
• irregular heartbeat
• neurological conditions
• migraine
• vertigo and psychiatric conditions.

Key benefits

• Reduces the risk of a further heart attack
• Controls rapid and irregular heart rhythms
• Improves survival in heart failure
• Controls symptoms and supports daily function

How Inderal F 10 works

This medicine combines 2 active ingredients: Propranolol and Flunarizine. Propranolol slows the heart and reduces the force of each beat by blocking the effect of adrenaline, so the heart works less hard and uses less oxygen. Flunarizine acts on the brain and nervous system to control the symptoms of your condition.

How to take Inderal F 10

Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a dangerously slow heartbeat, a severe fall in blood pressure, wheezing and fits. It can cause deep drowsiness, confusion and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Inderal F 10

Most side effects of Inderal F are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Tiredness
• Cold hands and feet
• Slow pulse
• Dizziness
• Disturbed sleep
• Breathlessness
• Drowsiness
• Nausea
• Dry mouth
• Headache

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Inderal F 10

Warnings and precautions

Never stop this medicine suddenly. Stopping abruptly can cause a sharp rise in blood pressure, worsening chest pain or a heart attack — your doctor will reduce it gradually. Tell your doctor if you have asthma or long-standing lung disease; this group can tighten the airways. If you have diabetes, be aware that this medicine can mask the early warning signs of low blood sugar, apart from sweating. Report a resting pulse that is persistently very slow, or fainting. Do not stop this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor. This medicine causes drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you. Report any change in mood, sleep or behaviour.

Do not take Inderal F if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a very slow heart rate, certain heart block disorders, or uncontrolled heart failure. Generally avoided in severe asthma.

Interactions with other medicines

Combining with verapamil or diltiazem can slow the heart dangerously. Tell your doctor about diabetes medicines and about any asthma inhaler. Alcohol and other sedating medicines add to the drowsiness.

How to store Inderal F 10

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Inderal F 10

Take it at the same time each day and do not miss doses. Learn to check your own pulse, and report a persistently slow one. Keep your review appointments so the dose can be adjusted.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ABBOTT INDIA LTD

Therapeutic class:

Anti-hypertensive and Neurological and psychiatric agent

Drug class:

Beta blocker and Central nervous system agent