Pharmacist 'don't stop' warning when taking propranolol
People taking propranolol have been warned against suddenly stopping their medication, after a pharmacist explained why doing so can cause problems for their health. Raj Patel, known as the Straight-Talking Pharmacist on TikTok, has urged patients to keep taking the medicine as prescribed and speak to a healthcare professional if they have concerns.
TL;DR
- Pharmacist Raj Patel advises patients not to stop taking propranolol suddenly.
- Recent overdose figures involved intentional overdoses, not regular prescribed doses.
- Suddenly stopping propranolol can worsen the condition being treated and cause withdrawal symptoms.
- Propranolol is prescribed for high blood pressure, heart problems, and physical anxiety symptoms.
- Taking too much propranolol can dangerously affect the heart, blood pressure, breathing, and brain function.
- Patients should consult their doctor for gradual dose reduction if they wish to stop the medication.
- Propranolol manages physical anxiety symptoms but does not treat the underlying worry.
- Seek urgent medical advice if more than the prescribed dose of propranolol is taken.