Inderal XL and Pronestyl
Determining the interaction of Inderal XL and Pronestyl and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Consumer information for this minor interaction is not currently available. Some minor drug interactions may not be clinically relevant in all patients. Minor drug interactions do not usually cause harm or require a change in therapy. However, your healthcare provider can determine if adjustments to your medications are needed.
Professional:Some oral beta-blockers may decrease the clearance and increase the serum half-life of procainamide. Increased procainamide half-life and/or serum levels may result. The mechanism and clinical significance of this effect are unknown. Data are available for metoprolol and propranolol only and have been conflicting. If procainamide levels are elevated, reduction either of the beta-blocker dosage or of the procainamide dosage may be considered.
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Generic Name: propranolol
Brand name: Hemangeol, Inderal LA, Inderal XL, InnoPran XL, Inderal, InnoPran XL
Synonyms: n.a.
Generic Name: procainamide
Brand name: Pronestyl, Procan SR, Pronestyl-SR, Procanbid
Synonyms: Pronestyl (injection)
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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