betabloc forte 40mg tablet

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Propranolol (40mg)

🏭 USV Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 21, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is betabloc forte 40mg tablet used for?

Arminol 10mg Tablet (Propranolol) is used to treat CARDIAC. It contains Propranolol (40mg), which Competitive blockade of beta-adrenergic receptors, reducing sympathetic nervous . Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Propranolol
Manufacturer: USV Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: C
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 betabloc forte 40mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Hypertension, angina pectoris, arrhythmias, myocardial infarction prophylaxis, migraine prophylaxis, essential tremor, hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, thyrotoxicosis, anxiety.

Off-label uses: Performance anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, gastrointestinal bleeding prophylaxis in portal hypertension.

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Propranolol
Brand Name	Arminol 10mg Tablet
Manufacturer	USV Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
Action Class	Beta blocker- Non selective
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) in a dry place, protected from light.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly and completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.

DistributionWidely distributed throughout the body; crosses the blood-brain barrier and placenta.

Protein Binding90-95%

MetabolismExtensively metabolized in the liver primarily by CYP2D6 and CYP1A2.

Half-Life3-6 hours

ExcretionPrimarily renal (as metabolites); less than 1% excreted unchanged.

Bioavailability30-40% (due to extensive first-pass metabolism)

Onset of Action1-2 hours (oral)

Peak Plasma Time2-4 hours

Duration of Action6-12 hours

How It Works

Competitive blockade of beta-adrenergic receptors, reducing sympathetic nervous system activity.

Mechanism Steps

1Propranolol binds to beta-1 and beta-2 adrenergic receptors

2Competitively antagonizes catecholamines (epinephrine, norepinephrine)

3Reduces adenylate cyclase activity and cAMP production

💡 How to Take betabloc forte 40mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of betabloc forte 40mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Fatigue
Dizziness
Bradycardia
Hypotension
Cold extremities
Gastrointestinal disturbances

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Heart failure exacerbation
Bronchospasm
Severe bradycardia
Hypoglycemia (masked)
Depression
Hallucinations

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Thrombocytopenia
Agranulocytosis
Skin rashes
Alopecia
Oculomucocutaneous syndrome

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Warfarin	Major	Increased bleeding risk
Verapamil	Major	Increased risk of bradycardia and hypotension
Diltiazem	Major	Increased risk of bradycardia and hypotension
Clonidine	Major	Rebound hypertension upon withdrawal
Insulin	Major	Masking of hypoglycemia symptoms
Oral hypoglycemics	Major	Masking of hypoglycemia symptoms
Cimetidine	Moderate	Increased propranolol levels
Hydralazine	Moderate	Increased propranolol levels
Prazosin	Moderate	Increased risk of orthostatic hypotension
Theophylline	Moderate	Decreased theophylline clearance
Lidocaine	Moderate	Increased lidocaine levels
Antacids	Minor	Decreased propranolol absorption
NSAIDs	Minor	Reduced antihypertensive effect
Rifampin	Minor	Decreased propranolol levels
Phenobarbital	Minor	Decreased propranolol levels

🚨 Major Interactions

Warfarin
Verapamil
Diltiazem
Clonidine
Insulin
Oral hypoglycemics

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Cimetidine
Hydralazine
Prazosin
Theophylline
Lidocaine

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Antacids
NSAIDs
Rifampin
Phenobarbital

🍽️ Food Interactions

High-protein meals may increase bioavailability; avoid grapefruit juice.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Increased risk of hypotension and sedation.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Bronchial asthma, sinus bradycardia, heart block, cardiogenic shock, severe peripheral arterial disease, hypersensitivity.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Heart rate, blood pressure, ECG, blood glucose (in diabetics), signs of heart failure.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; administer atropine for bradycardia, glucagon or beta-agonists for cardiac depression.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

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Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026