

Pranosol 1mg Injection
Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS,
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:12 AM (IST)
General Information



Product introduction
Pranosol 1mg Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. It should not be self-administered at home. The dose and duration will depend on the severity of your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Keep taking the injection for as long as the doctor has prescribed even if you feel well. If you stop taking it suddenly, your condition may worsen.
The most common side effects are tiredness, weakness, Raynaud phenomenon (cold fingers and toes), insomnia, and breathlessness. You may also experience nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Talk to your doctor if the side effects bother you or will not go away. Most are short-lived and improve as your body gets used to the medicine.
You should not use this medicine if you have asthma, very slow or uneven heartbeats, or a serious heart condition, including heart failure. Talk to your doctor before taking it if you have kidney or liver problems or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In terms of lifestyle, alcohol may affect the way this medicine works and should be avoided. You should not drive if this medicine makes you feel dizzy. Ask your doctor whether it is safe to take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Pranosol Injection
- Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Arrhythmia
- Heart attack
- Anxiety
- Tremors
- Glaucoma
- Treatment of Hypertensive emergency
- Prevention of migraine
- Heart failure
- Migraine
- Treatment of Pheochromocytoma
Benefits of Pranosol Injection
Pranosol 1mg Injection relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.
Pranosol 1mg Injection blocks the effect of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down the heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force thereby lowering your blood pressure. This medicine is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. It is used for immediate reduction of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency). A controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems.
Pranosol 1mg Injection helps improve the flow of blood in your brain and prevents abnormal activity of muscles that triggers migraines. It is a very effective medicine for preventing migraine attacks, however, it does not treat an attack that has already started. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine attacks, the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.
While carrying out surgery for the removal of pheochromocytoma, there is a risk of abnormally high blood pressure. Pranosol 1mg Injection blocks the effect of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down the heart rate and helps the heartbeat with less force thereby lowering your blood pressure. It is used for the immediate reduction of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency). Controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems.
Side effects of Pranosol Injection
- Slow heart rate
- Fatigue
- Sleep disturbance
- Nightmares
- Cold extremities
How to use Pranosol Injection
How Pranosol Injection works
Quick tips
- It is not the first-choice treatment for high blood pressure according to the latest guidelines.
- It may hide the symptoms of low blood sugar if you have diabetes. Monitor blood sugar levels regularly.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Pranosol 1mg Injection can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Inform your doctor if you notice increased swelling around your legs or ankles, sudden weight gain or sudden shortness of breath as these may be symptoms of heart failure.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.
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