Propranolol Actavis Special Precautions

Take special care with Propranolol tablets and tell the physician if the patient: Has a history of allergic reactions; suffers from muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis); has a heart weakness or first degree heart block; has kidney or liver disease; suffers from blood circulation problems (which may cause your fingers and toes to tingle or turn pale or blue); has symptoms of hyperthyroidism (increased appetite, weight loss, sweating); suffers from or has a history of psoriasis; suffers from Raynaud’s disease (cold sensations in fingers and toes) or intermittent claudication (narrowing of arteries in the legs causing pain on walking); smokes.
Sugar Intolerance: In case of intolerance to some sugars, contact the physician before taking propranolol, as it contains lactose.
Alcohol Intake: Patient is advised to avoid alcohol whilst taking propranolol.
Anaesthetics or Tests: If the patient is going to have an anaesthetic or any blood or urine tests, tell the physician that the patient is taking Propranolol tablets. If the patient is to see another physician, let the physician know what medicines the patient is taking.
Effects on the Ability to Drive or Operate Machinery: Propranolol tablets may cause visual disturbances, hallucinations, fatigue, mental confusion, dizziness or tiredness. Make sure the patient is not affected before the patient drives or operates machinery.