Penbutolol (Penbutolol)
Overview of Penbutolol
Penbutolol is a medication in the class of beta blockers used in treatment of hypertension.,Penbutolol (Sulphate) is a non-cardioselective beta-blocker. Penbutolol (Sulphate) is used in the management of hypertension and angina pectoris.
Indication of Penbutolol
Penbutolol is primarily indicated in conditions like Hypertension, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Angina.
Contraindication of Penbutolol
Penbutolol is contraindicated in conditions like Bronchospasm,Cardiac failure,Haemorrhage,Heart block,Bradycardia,Low cardiac output,Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects of Penbutolol
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Penbutolol, which give rise to further complications include Depression, Bleeding, Chest pain.,Penbutolol produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Bradycardia, Hypoglycemia, Hypotension, Bronchospasm, Cardiogenic shock. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Penbutolol therapy.,The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Penbutolol include Bradycardia, Hypotension, Convulsions, Cardiogenic shock, Slow heartbeat.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Penbutolol are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Tiredness, Headache, Fatigue, Nausea, Diarrhea, Sweating, Cough.
Precautions of Penbutolol
It should be used with caution in diabetic patients and patients with kidney or liver disease.Donot drive because Penbutolol may cause dizziness. Penbutolol tends to decrease blood circulation in skin,fingers and toes.Dress warmly during cold weather. Stay out of direct sunlight.Cautions should be taken in allergic patients.