Propranolol Hydrochloride
This page contains brief information about propranolol hydrochloride and a collection of links to more information about the use of this drug, research results, and ongoing clinical trials.
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FDA label information for this drug is available at DailyMed.
Use in Cancer
Propranolol hydrochloride is approved to treat:
- Infantile hemangioma (a benign tumor). It is used in infants 5 weeks to 5 months of age. This use is approved for the Hemangeol brand of propranolol hydrochloride.
Propranolol hydrochloride is also used under other brand names to treat hypertension, including before surgery for patients with pheochromocytoma, and other diseases and conditions. It is also being studied in the treatment of other conditions and types of cancer.
More About Propranolol Hydrochloride
Definition from the NCI Drug Dictionary - Detailed scientific definition and other names for this drug.
MedlinePlus Information on Propranolol Hydrochloride - A lay language summary of important information about this drug that may include the following:
- warnings about this drug,
- what this drug is used for and how it is used,
- what you should tell your doctor before using this drug,
- what you should know about this drug before using it,
- other drugs that may interact with this drug, and
- possible side effects.
Drugs are often studied to find out if they can help treat or prevent conditions other than the ones they are approved for. This patient information sheet applies only to approved uses of the drug. However, much of the information may also apply to unapproved uses that are being studied.
Clinical Trials Accepting Patients
Find Clinical Trials for Propranolol Hydrochloride - Check for trials from NCI's list of cancer clinical trials now accepting patients.