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Lol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Other than this, Lol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lol. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Lol include Fainting. Some other side effects of Lol have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lol is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lol related warnings section.
Lol is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Diabetes, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Lol contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Lol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lol is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Lol safe for pregnant women?
Lol has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Lol without medical advice.
Is the use of Lol safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Lol as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Lol on the Kidneys?
Using Lol does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Lol on the Liver?
Side effects of Lol rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Lol on the Heart?
Lol has very mild side effects on the heart.
Lol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lol habit forming or addictive?
Lol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lol can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lol is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lol
When consumed with certain foods, Lol may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lol
Taking Lol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Lol may be used for alcohol withdrawal. Clinical studies have found that it can reduce the physical withdrawal symptoms but it is ineffective in preventing the seizures due to alcohol withdrawal also it is not approved and preferred. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised not to take this drug by yourself for alcohol withdrawal.
No, Lol is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Lol is a brand name of propranolol and it is available in the form of tablet and capsule. It belongs to the class of drug known as beta-blockers (nonselective beta-adrenergic receptor blocking agent). It is a prescription drug which is used for the management of hypertension (high blood pressure), angina pectoris (chest pain), and essential tremor. It is also used for the prophylaxis (prevention) of a common migraine headache and to decrease or prevent the heart complications associated with various diseases.
No, Lol is not approved for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness). Hence you are advised not to take this drug by yourself to induce sleep.
Yes, Lol may cause weight gain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. The exact cause behind weight gain is not known. If you are experiencing rapid weight gain after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Inderal® (propranolol hydrochloride)
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