INDERAL LA Reviews (PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE)Average Rating: 3.3 (118 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare INDERAL LA with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR INDERAL LA | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | Migraine headaches | Small weight gain, some loss of energy | Really helped to prevent migraines. I have not had a true full blown migraine since beginning this medication. I still get the aura and very mild pain, but that is certainly tolerable! | F | 46 | 23 years | 11/19/2009 | 4 | migraines | I took this for migraines and later found it helped with palpitations, too. I didn't realize this caused dehydration - until I saw reviews - which I've had almost as long as I've taken this drug. I worried it might be diabetes, which tests always came up negative. My doctor never suggested it was the Inderal. Hmm. The other side effect is impotence, total lack of interest, which really didn't start until my early 50's. | It definitely helped my migraines, which were severe. The last 10 years, I've only had 2 when I missed a dose of Inderal. | F | 63 | 22 years 60 mg. 1X day | 12/12/2014 | 5 | Migraine and r apid heart beat. | It definately helped me with the Migraine headaches and then they increased the dosage when I had tachycardia. | You can't ever forget to take it as you will get a major headache. It tells you not to stop taking it without telling your Dr. You must wean yourself off the drug. | F | 70 | 20 years | 6/29/2005 | 5 | Migraine, Panic Disorder | fatigue; substantial weight gain leading to pre-diabetes and insulin resistance | would like to wean off of the med but migraines return every time; started taking co-enzyme q10 after about five years to counter some of the effects, with some success | F | 47 | 15 years | 12/27/2006 | 3 | migraine preventative | Tired; below normal blood pressure; less exercise tolerance; possibly related to heat intolerance for me | At first, reduced number of migraines; this was temporary. But it has reduced the severity of most of my migraines. It also helps with panic attacks that I suffer from -- have less racing heat, eetc. | F | 61 | 15 years | 3/28/2009 | 5 | vasomotor rhinitis | At one point, dosage was in too large a quantity, i.e. LA120mg, and when exposed to personal "trigger", normally causing intense migraine, I experienced dizziness, followed by actual loss of conciousness, with rapid heart beat and cold sweats after the brief few seconds, I was out. | The daily dosage of LA80mg IN COMBINATION WITH 20mg of Prozac has virtually eliminated my Vasomotor Rhinitis symptoms. My doctor does not truly understand why these two drugs have this effect, but I have been on them for the past 12 years, with no detrimental affects. Only recently, my doctor also advised me to take 4 riboflavin capsules a day to battle the monthly cycle migraine, which I would still, inevitably get. I am on my 3rd month of this regimen, and it does appear to be of substantial value. I have gone through 2 of the three months absolutely migraine free. Also, the B vitamins seem to give me a boost in energy. The Inderal and Prozac combo is my savoir in life. Prior to these prescriptions, I was forced to avoid cigarette smoke, perfume, diesel, mold, many other "triggers", and yes, even my personal favorite, "pets". Today, I live in a household with 3 dogs, 4 cats, and 2 guinea pigs! I'd call that a success. | F | 46 | 12 years | 1/21/2007 | 5 | Essential tremor and HPB | Sometime a lack of energy. And long time to ejaculate too. | My doctor was an old man with old medecine:). I've started to have essential tremor at age of 20 after years of cocaine abuse. When i've stop to take drugs , my hands was like a hearthquake and mu bllod pressure was around 170 on 100. My doctor put me on Inderal LA 160mg. This medication probably saved my life. My shaking hands has stopped after 1 week. My blood pressure is normal. The only problems with Inderal is that you can't ever stop it. I've tried 1 time and it was like a nightmare. I went back on Inderal after 3 day. It cause me problem in my sexual life by a anormal long time to ejaculate.New beta blocker are probably better now but for me, Inderal LA was the right drug. | M | 30 | 10 years | 3/3/2008 | 4 | miagraines/mitral prolapse valve | some weight gain the first couple of years, about 15lbs,tired, headache, a bit confused on higher dose. This medicine does work if done slowly | I started with propranolol 3 times a day for about 6months, then took 120mg of Inderal LA once per day(to make life easier) That was about 9 years ago.I always felt drugged and confused on that high dose so I decide to try and wean off the drug. You need to do it very slow as it can cause stress on your heart. I tried to get to 60mg and was unable, the miagraines wouldn't stop. I did however get to 80 mg which made me feel better and my miagraines were better. The last year my headaches have returned and sometimes miagraines that I have put my dose up to 120mg. I'm use to it now but still having headaches. I'm now searching for another drug to add to the inderal. If any one is on Inderal LA for a number of years be carefull trying to come off of it. I now know I will take it for life as I can't get off of it. | F | 48 | 10 years | 9/7/2007 | 3 | migraines | psoriasis on the elbows, so bad they cracked open and bled. Very scary dreams, wierd vivid dreams, nightmares, weight gain.extreme fatigue and blahs, tiredness. | I took a high dose, 160 mg and it reduced the migraines. after stopping, the wierd dreams stopped completely and the psoriasis went away, had more pep and felt better. I took 400 mg of celebrex a day for arthritis and migraines went away. had many migraines a month before celebrex. | F | 57 | 10 years | 7/9/2006 | 4 | tachycardia | Well..I am not sure but I do have dry eyes and mouth and fatigue. Not sure if this all related to Inderal. When I was in the hospital in Sept. 09 they said my BP was too low and they lowered my dose from 120 mg to 80 mg | I have only had one episode since on it that landed me in the hospital and I attribute that to the FLU and being dehydrated. Now I am more worried about other health issues and wonder about fatigue from it and other symptoms. | F | 38 | 8 years | 12/6/2009 | 4 | migraines | None | I take 120 mg Propranolol a day. It has helped with my migraines. When I begin to get one, I take a Maxalt and it always works. Whereas before using Propranolol, Maxalt didn't always work for me. | F | 61 | 7 years | 1/17/2009 | 3 | Rapid Heart Rate | I feel extreamly tired even after a good nights sleep, I wake up feeling tired and lightheaded, almost feel like I am going to pass out, when feeling this way I check my BP and heart rate and they are fine. Confused at times over simple things , NO sexual desire at all, awaken by panic attacks, Trouble falling asleep, I feel very sleepy and tired and then cannot go to sleep. I have gained about 30 pounds since starting this medication in 2001. Some shortness of breath. | Inderal LA 120 definately took care of the rapid heart rate. At resting rate I was around 120-130 BPM, I felt like I was having a heart attack my heart would pound so hard. My chest just felt very weird and heavy feeling. I now stay around 80 BMP. I had frequent headaches before starting med and now very seldom have one. After reading all the comments and side effects others have descibed like mine, I will discuss with my doctor. | F | 31 | 7 years | 1/12/2008 | 3 | chronic migrane prevention | I have been having a lots of allergies lately to the point that I become allergic to any shampoo that contains amonia. Dundruff become extrem to the point that I was using tar shampoo then I decided to slowly take my self off I been ok. I am scared about my migranes because I am in school, but I can not keep all these other problems. Hives, cold all time, tired, no energy, weight gain, hair loss, allergies, sore throat 90% of the time, palpitations. But the migranes were gone. | F | 28 | 7 years 120 1X day | 3/16/2010 | 3 | Migraines | weight gain, apathy, drowsiness | Inderal reduced my migraines from about 12 per month to 4 but the weight gain was a problem. I also became a zombie. I didn't realize how much my zest for life had lessened until I weaned myself off of it. I was on 120 mg per day. Unfortunately my headaches are back and I'm looking for an alternative. | F | 45 | 7 years | 5/17/2006 | 5 | Migraine | Extreme exhaustion which subsided after reducing mg | I started taking 80mg and was so tired that I could not get out of bed after sleeping 10-12 hrs per night, but did notice an extreme reduction in my severe migraines. So, under the care of my neurologist, we lowered the dosage over a month's time and ended up taking 20mg. I have had no side effects and it completely eliminated my migraines for approximately 3 years. I get some now, but infrequently and the severity is much less than it used to be. | F | 30 | 6 years | 3/17/2008 | 4 | Migraines | Substantial weight gain, tired, lethargic, short of breath when exercising | The weight gain is my greatest concern as I've been on the Weight Watchers diet for 5 years and have still gained 20 pounds. I still average 10-15 migraines per month, but they are not nearly as painful and I'm able to get them under control with Zomig. I've tried many other medications, but this is the only one that allows me to function without side effects worse than my original problem. | F | 41 | 5.5 years | 7/12/2006 | 5 | Migraine | Vivid Dreams | Ever had a drug that changed your life? Well this certainly was a game changer for me! I wonder why I suffered for years before any Dr. thought to prescribe this for me..such a shame they hadn't done it sooner! Initially the drug made me VERY VERY tired (at probably the time in my life when I needed the most not to be any more severely exhausted than I was as a mother who works full-time and had an 8 month old and a 4 year old!) My Doctor told me to stick it out for six whole weeks and that I wouldn't be dissapointed...Those 6 weeks were really rough (and it was the full 6 weeks, I tell ya!) and I so wanted to give up, but I am sooooo glad I stuck it out! All of you people who give up on it after a short time...I'm here to tell you, don't. The Dr.'s goal was to eliminate my migraines completely. While I can't say it has eliminated them, it has hands down reduced the severity of my migraines and eliminated the naseau that I had along with it and for that alone I am greatful. I no longer live my life fearing the next migraine or cutting short a vacation in the middle of the night to go home because of a dibilitating migraine attack. So, please give it a chance. Stick it out for a whole six weeks, if at the end of six weeks you still don't like it, then stop. But I'll bet you'll probably be thanking me, instead. :) | F | 38 | 5 years 160 MG 1X day | 7/26/2010 | 4 | Anxiety (Public Speaking) | At first none really, but now after a few years, I am worried about mild depression and a "fuzzy" head. I have also recently had strange headaches that may or may not be attributed to the Inderal | This is a great drug for me and virtually eliminated the physical (outward) signs of nervousness I used to get before presenting to large groups. No more shaking, sweating etc just leaving me to concentrate on delivery. I started on 80mg about 1 hour before needed, but quickly moved up to 2x80mg (taken slightly apart). Perhaps this was unnecessary, but I originally felt one was not enough. Anyway, the "build up" dread about a meeting has now gone (this was sometimes 2 weeks BEFORE the presentation!!), and I may only get slightly nervous 10mins before speaking. Once I get going I generally can deliver (what seems to other people) to be a confident, self assured speech. I do worry about the long term side effects though and aim to reduce my dose soon. Not sure what can take Inderals place though... | M | 34 | 5 years | 8/12/2009 | 4 | migraine prevention | head rush when standing quickly | Has worked very well for me for migraine prevention | F | 48 | 5 years | 5/29/2009 | 3 | PVC - (abonormal heart beat) | weight gain, lethargy, vivid dreams | I was prescribed propranolol for abnormal heart beats (60mg/day). I have migraines, and it doesn't affect their duration or severity. I had not changed my diet or exercise pattern, but about 3 years ago I started gaining a lot of weight (probably at least 20 pounds). Lately I have vivid waking dreams almost every night. If I miss a dose, I will experience the abnormal heart beat, so I know that either I need to take less, or try another type of med. | F | 49 | 5 years | 7/3/2007 |
INDERAL LA (PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE): This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions as determined by your doctor. It is used after a heart attack to improve survival. It is also used to prevent migraine headaches and chest pain (angina). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Preventing chest pain can help improve your ability to exercise. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This effect reduces heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. FDA Approval Date: 1983-04-19 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)