Inderal F 5 Tablet SR: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Inderal F 5 Tablet SR Benefits & Uses

Inderal F 5 Tablet SR is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
Angina
High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Arrhythmia
Heart Attack
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Aortic Stenosis
Atrial Fibrillation
Valvular Heart Disease

Inderal F 5 Tablet SR Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Inderal F 5 Tablet SR Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Inderal F 5 Tablet SR is used -

Severe

Decreased blood pressure

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Difficulty breathing
Slow heart rate (pulse)

Mild

Weight gain
Restlessness
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Stiffness or decreased movement
Headache
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Difficulty sleeping

Common

Fainting

Inderal F 5 Tablet SR Related Warnings

Is the use of Inderal F 5 Tablet SR safe for pregnant women?

Inderal F should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Unknown
Is the use of Inderal F 5 Tablet SR safe during breastfeeding?

Inderal F has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Unknown
What is the effect of Inderal F 5 Tablet SR on the Kidneys?

Inderal F is completely safe for kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Inderal F 5 Tablet SR on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Inderal F on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Inderal F 5 Tablet SR on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Inderal F on the heart have been reported.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Inderal F 5 Tablet SR with Other Drugs

Inderal F 5 Tablet SR should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amifostine

Diltiazem

Aminophylline

Epinephrine

Moderate

Mild

Paracetamol

Caffeine

Inderal F 5 Tablet SR Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Inderal F 5 Tablet SR unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Arrhythmia
Low Blood Pressure
Heart Failure
Depression
Myasthenia Gravis
Asthma
Diabetes
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Hyperthyroidism
Liver Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)

Frequently asked Questions about Inderal F 5 Tablet SR

Is this Inderal F 5 Tablet SR habit forming or addictive?

Inderal F 5 Tablet SR is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Inderal F 5 Tablet SR, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Inderal F 5 Tablet SR can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Inderal F 5 Tablet SR is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Inderal F 5 Tablet SR is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Inderal F 5 Tablet SR Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Inderal F 5 Tablet SR

When consumed with certain foods, Inderal F 5 Tablet SR may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Inderal F 5 Tablet SR

Consumption of alcohol and Inderal F 5 Tablet SR together may have severe effects on your health.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Inderal F 5 Tablet SR

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Inderal F?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Inderal F can be taken 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, glaucoma, and epilepsy. You should strictly take this drug only on doctor advice.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Inderal F on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Inderal F should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing of this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Inderal F for vertigo?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Inderal F for symptomatic treatment of vestibular vertigo which is caused by a functional disorder of the vestibular system. Inderal F works by preventing the release of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is presumed to contribute to providing relief to the patient from symptoms of vestibular vertigo.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Inderal F?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Inderal F is a brand name of flunarizine and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonist. It is mainly used for the preventive (prophylactic) and treatment of migraine attacks in patients who do not respond to other drugs that are primarily used to treat a migraine. It is also used in the symptomatic treatment of vestibular vertigo which is caused by a functional disorder of the vestibular system.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Inderal F safe to use?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Inderal F is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as increased appetite, drowsiness, and stomach pain. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.