Betapro-Plus Capsule SR

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Consern Pharma Limited
Active Ingredient	Propranolol (40mg) + Flunarizine (5mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
User Rating	4.3
User Reviews	646

FAQ

Can I stop taking Betapro-Plus when my symptoms are improved?

Betapro-Plus is given as a prophylactic treatment for the prevention of migraine headaches. Do not stop taking this medicine until advised by your doctor as it may cause your migraine episodes to return. This medicine contains propranolol and a sudden withdrawal of propranolol may cause sweating, shaking, irregular or fast heartbeat, worsening of underlying angina or heart attack. You must take Betapro-Plus exactly as advised by your doctor.

In which conditions is the use of Betapro-Plus contraindicated?

Use of Betapro-Plus is considered to be harmful for patients with allergy to any of the ingredients or excipients of this medicine. This medicine contains propranolol, so its use should be avoided in patients with asthma, slow heart rate, abnormal heart rhythms, or heart conditions like AV block or sick sinus syndrome. Since this medicine also contains flunarizine, the use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with the history of depression or Parkinson's disease.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Betapro-Plus?

Keep Betapro-Plus in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Can Betapro-Plus be used for the treatment of a migraine headache?

No, Betapro-Plus does not help in relieving a migraine headache that has already started. It can only be used for preventing any new episode of migraine headaches.

What if you forget to take Betapro-Plus?

If you miss a dose of Betapro-Plus, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Betapro-Plus Capsule SR Reviews

Betapro-Plus is a combination of two medicines that helps in preventing migraine. This medicine is not used for treatment of acute migraine attack.

Betapro-Plus should be taken on empty stomach, but try to have it same time regularly at a fixed time preferably at night. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Lifestyle modifications like avoiding stress, smoking, and processed food items may help this medicine work better.

Few common side effects of this medicine include weight gain, slow heart rate, tiredness, depression, drowsiness and cold extremities. It may cause sleepiness so try not to drive or do anything that requires mental focus or rise slowly while from sitting position. The drug has the ability to hide the symptoms of the blood sugar level, hence monitor your blood sugar level regularly as well as blood pressure while taking this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney, or depression disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.

How Betapro-Plus Capsule SR Works

Betapro-Plus is a combination of two medicines: Propranolol and Flunarizine, which prevents migraine. Propranolol is a beta blocker and Flunarizine is a calcium channel blocker. They work by stabilizing the reactive nerve cells and increasing the threshold to migraine activation. They also inhibit cortical spreading depression (CSD- electric waves that move across the brain and cause pain and inflammation).

How to Use Betapro-Plus Capsule SR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Betapro-Plus is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Betapro-Plus Capsule SR

In Prevention of Migraine: Betapro-Plus helps improve the flow of blood in your brain and prevents abnormal activity of muscles that triggers migraines. It is a very effective medicine for preventing migraine attacks, however, it does not treat an attack that has already started. By preventing and reducing the frequency migraine attacks, the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.

Uses of Betapro-Plus Capsule SR

Prevention of Migraine

Betapro-Plus Capsule SR Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Betapro-Plus during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Betapro-Plus should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Betapro-Plus may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Betapro-Plus.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Betapro-Plus may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Betapro-Plus may cause visual disturbances, hallucinations, fatigue, mental confusion, dizziness or tiredness. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Betapro-Plus is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Betapro-Plus may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Betapro-Plus may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Betapro-Plus affects you.
Do not take it to treat an acute attack of migraine.
Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:Have your meals at the same time everydayAvoid bright lights and extreme temperaturesAvoid loud music and noisy placesAvoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol and smokingGet sufficient sleep and avoid stress
keep taking it regularly every day, even if you don't have any symptoms.
Have your meals at the same time everyday
Avoid loud music and noisy places
Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking
It should be taken at night-time before going to bed.
Get sufficient sleep and avoid stress
You have been prescribed Betapro-Plus for prevention of migraine headaches.
Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures