Penbutolol Benefits & Uses

Penbutolol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Penbutolol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Penbutolol Related Warnings

Is the use of Penbutolol safe for pregnant women?

Penbutolol can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Penbutolol, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Penbutolol safe during breastfeeding?

Penbutolol can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Penbutolol on the Kidneys?

Penbutolol rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Penbutolol on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Penbutolol on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Penbutolol on the Heart?

Penbutolol has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Penbutolol with Other Drugs

Penbutolol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Verapamil

Moderate

Pseudoephedrine

Ephedrine

Penbutolol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Penbutolol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

Frequently asked Questions about Penbutolol

Is this Penbutolol habit forming or addictive?

Penbutolol is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Penbutolol as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Penbutolol only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Penbutolol in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Penbutolol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Penbutolol

Taking Penbutolol with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Penbutolol

Taking alcohol with Penbutolol can be dangerous.

Severe