Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR Information

Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Angina, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR include Fainting. Some other side effects of Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR have been listed ahead. These side effects of Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR related warnings talks about Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR in conditions like Asthma, Diabetes, Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Norten Benefits & Uses
Norten Dosage & How to Take
Norten Side Effects
Norten Related Warnings
Norten Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Norten
Norten Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR Benefits & Uses

Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Arrhythmia
Heart Attack
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
Aortic Stenosis
Atrial Fibrillation
Valvular Heart Disease

Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR 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: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Arrhythmia Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Arrhythmia Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR Related Warnings

Is the use of Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR safe for pregnant women?

Norten can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR safe during breastfeeding?

Norten may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR on the Kidneys?

Norten does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR on the Liver?

Norten has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR on the Heart?

Norten may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Myasthenia Gravis
Asthma
Diabetes
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Hyperthyroidism
Liver Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)

Frequently asked Questions about Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR

Is this Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR only as per medical advice.

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

Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR

When consumed with certain foods, Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR

Taking Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Norten 40 Mg Tablet CR

Question over 4 years ago

Is Norten a blood thinner?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Norten is not a blood thinner It is an antihypertensive drug that belongs to the class of drug known as beta-blockers (nonselective beta-adrenergic receptor blocking agent).

Question over 5 years ago

What is Norten?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Norten is a brand name of propranolol and it is available in the form of tablet and capsule. It belongs to the class of drug known as beta-blockers (nonselective beta-adrenergic receptor blocking agent). It is a prescription drug which is used for the management of hypertension (high blood pressure), angina pectoris (chest pain), and essential tremor. It is also used for the prophylaxis (prevention) of a common migraine headache and to decrease or prevent the heart complications associated with various diseases.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Norten and xanax together?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, you can take Norten and xanax (alprazolam) together but only on your doctor's advice because taking both of them together might lower the blood pressure (hypotension).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Norten without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Norten is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Norten cause drowsiness?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Norten may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.