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Question:What is the Inderal my doctor has prescribed for me used for? I always like to know about my medication, and several friends have told me they are on this drug, but for different reasons. Your advice would be appreciated.
Answer:Inderal (also known as propranolol) is one of the most interesting drugs in the pharmacopoeia as it can be used for an amazingly wide range of conditions. It has been available for more than 25 years so a great deal is known and understood about the drug. Its uses include treatment of high blood pressure, control of irregular heartbeats, control of an overactive thytoid gland, control of fine tremors, prevention of migraines, prevention of heart attacks, control of anxiety in actors and examination candidates, ptevention of angina and use in several other rare diseases and conditions. It is quite incredible that one drug can do so much. There are some people who should not use it though. They include asthmatics and diabetics, and in some forms of heart failure it must be used with caution. Inderal is generally a very safe drug, and can be taken in very high doses if necessary. Side effects are uncommon but may include allergies, dizziness, nightmares, tiredness and impotence.
       
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