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Propranolol

Propranolol is a covered generic medication on Tab's $0 list. Here's what it's used for, typical dosing, and side effects, sourced from FDA-approved drug labeling.

$0 with active Tab membership Intravenous

What it's used for

Intravenous propranolol is used for the short-term treatment of supraventricular arrhythmias, including Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome and thyrotoxicosis, to decrease ventricular rate.

Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).

Typical dosing

The usual dose is 1 mg to 3 mg administered under careful monitoring at a rate not exceeding 1 mg per minute.

Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.

Boxed warning / key safety info

Inhibiting sympathetic stimulation with beta-blockers in patients with congestive heart failure may precipitate more severe heart failure.

Common side effects

See full FDA prescribing information for the complete adverse reaction profile.

Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list

Propranolol 10mg TabletPropranolol 20mg TabletPropranolol 40mg Tablet

Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.

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