Every medicine comes with a certain set of standard instructions
issued by any authoritative body that looks after the health and safety of the
people. Every general prescription medicine has a certain function in repairing
certain parts or disease that has housed itself in the human body. One such medicine is Ciplar La.
In this blog we will understand briefly the function, details, warnings etc of
this medicine. However, it is always better to contact an experienced doctor to
know the details of this medicine more accurately.
Ciplar La is a beta blocker. The medicine
is primarily used for healing chest pains, angina, heart rhythm disorders,
circulatory disorders, hypertension, etc. Usually this medicine is prescribed
by a doctor after a heart attack so as to improve the chances of survival. The
medicine uses propranolol as the active ingredient. This active ingredient is
sold by different names from various manufacturers. Ciplar La is
manufactured by Cipla, India. The medication is available as 40 mg
tablets in packs of 30, 60, and 90 tablets. The beta blockers present in this
drug restrain the stimulation of adregenic receptors that mainly causes cardiac
action. This drug has other uses; many doctors prescribe it for treating
glaucoma, anxiety disorders, migraines, certain type of tremors and
hyperthyroidism.
It is very important to follow the exact instructions of the
doctor while taking this medicine. Without the advice of the doctor the dosage
or the time of consumption should not be changed. People prone to easy
allergies should avoid this medicine or inform the doctor about the allergies
before taking this medicine. It is also necessary to inform the physician about
all other medication, including herbal medicines that a person is taking for
health concerns. If going for any surgery, talk to the surgeon and stop the
drug for few days. Also consumption of alcohol should be avoided for 2 hours
before and after taking this medicine. As propranolol is a class C drug, it is
not known if the drug would affect pregnant women. So it is better to stop
intake of this drug when pregnant or breast feeding.
Taking too much of Ciplar La is not good for the health as an
overdose of propranolol can cause severe damage to the body. Certain symptoms
of overdose difficulty in breathing, seizures, dizziness, bluish tint in
fingernails, irregular heartbeat, abnormal weakness, etc. The drug may also
affect reflexes in the body and cause problems when you are driving or running
any machinery. If any abnormal side
effects or indications are visible, calling the doctor and consulting him is
the best way. Medicines when used properly can help to heal, so try using it
for good rather than abusing it.
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