Norten 40 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Norten 40 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Norten 40 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Norten 40 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Fainting. While these are the most often observed Norten 40 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Norten 40 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Norten 40 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Norten 40 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Norten 40 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Norten 40 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Norten 40 Mg Tablet in conditions like Asthma, Diabetes, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Norten 40 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Norten 40 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Norten 40 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Norten 40 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Norten 40 Mg Tablet 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.
Is the use of Norten 40 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Norten may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Norten 40 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Norten does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Norten 40 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Norten has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Norten 40 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Norten may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Norten 40 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Norten 40 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Norten 40 Mg Tablet.
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 as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Norten 40 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Norten 40 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Norten 40 Mg Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Norten 40 Mg Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Norten 40 Mg Tablet
Taking Norten 40 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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).
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.
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).
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.
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.
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References
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