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Propranolol (Inderal)

Class

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Beta-adrenergic blocker, antiarrhythmic (Class II)

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Mechanism of Actions

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Nonselective beat-adrenergic blocker that inhibits chronotropic, inotropic, and vasodilator response to beta-adrenergic stimulation.

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Indications

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Hypertension, angina pectoris,

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Contraindications

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Sinus bradycardia, second- or third-degree AV block, asthma, CHF, and COPD.

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Adverse Reactions

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Bradycardia, heart blocks, angina pectoris, palpitations, syncope, and bronchospasm.

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Drug Interactions

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Verapamil may worsen AV conduction abnormalities. Succinylcholine effects may be enhanced.

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Adult Dosage

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Dilute 1 – 3 mg in 10 – 30 mL of D5W; administer slowly at a rate of 1 mg/min; maximum 5 mg.

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Pediatric Dosage

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0.01 – 0.05 mg/kg/dose slow IV over 10 minutes; maximum dose 3 mg.

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Onset

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15 – 60 minutes

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Peak Effect

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Variable

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Duration

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6 – 12 hours

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Propranolol (Inderal)

Special Considerations

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Use with caution in the geriatric patient, atropine should be readily available.