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Propranolol (Inderal) - Off-Label for Menopausal Heart Palpitations

Generic: propranolol

Brands: Inderal, InnoPran XL, Hemangeol

Medication Details

Manufacturer:Various

FDA Approved:Nov 13, 1967

Route:oral

About

Propranolol is a beta-blocker FDA-approved for treating hypertension, angina, and arrhythmias, but sometimes prescribed off-label to manage heart palpitations associated with menopause and anxiety components of hot flashes.

Efficacy

Limited clinical trial data specific to menopause; observational evidence suggests benefit for palpitations and anxiety component of hot flashes

Targets Symptoms

heart palpitationsanxiety associated with hot flashes