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Pilol 40 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Pilol 40 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Pilol 40 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Pilol 40 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Fainting. While these are the most often observed Pilol 40 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pilol 40 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Pilol 40 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Pilol 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pilol 40 Tablet related warnings section.
Pilol 40 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Pilol 40 Tablet in conditions like Asthma, Diabetes, Liver Disease. The section on Pilol 40 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Pilol 40 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pilol 40 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Pilol 40 Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pilol 40 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Pilol 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pilol has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Pilol without medical advice.
Is the use of Pilol 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Pilol has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Pilol 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Pilol does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Pilol 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Pilol rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Pilol 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Pilol rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pilol 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pilol 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Pilol 40 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pilol 40 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pilol 40 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pilol 40 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pilol 40 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Pilol 40 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pilol 40 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Pilol 40 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Take Pilol 2-3 times a day or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with protein-rich food because of the presence of protein-rich food increase bioavailability of this drug. Precautions must be taken in a patient with diabetes mellitus, myasthenia gravis, and improper liver or kidney function.
Yes. Pilol might help with anxiety. It is prescribed off-label for short-term treatment of anxiety including panic attacks. Pilol may be helpful in managing some symptoms of anxiety.
Yes, Pilol 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.
No, Pilol is not approved for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness). Hence you are advised not to take this drug by yourself to induce sleep.
Pilol contains propranolol which is presumed to work through multiple mechanisms. It reduces blood pressure and slows down the fast heartbeat by binding to certain receptors (beta-adrenoceptors) in the smooth muscles of heart which prevents the effect of adrenaline and noradrenaline. It also prevents the release of an enzyme (renin) from the kidneys that helps in decreasing blood pressure because this enzyme plays an important role in the absorption of sodium and water from the kidneys which raises blood volume and increases blood pressure. Pilol also acts on the heart and decreases heart rate which also contributes to decreasing blood pressure and decreasing myocardial (heart) oxygen demand.
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