Protol Xl 50mg Tablet

USES OF PROTOL TABLET ER
Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Treatment of Arrhythmia
Prevention of Heart attack
Prevention of Migraine
BENEFITS OF PROTOL TABLET ER
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Protol -XL 50 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called long-acting beta-blocker. Protol -XL 50 Tablet works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps it to beat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.
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SIDE EFFECTS OF PROTOL TABLET ER
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Protol
Fatigue
Headache
Slow heart rate
Dizziness
Nausea
Breathlessness
FAQs
Q. How long does Protol -XL 50 Tablet take to work?
The time taken by Protol -XL 50 Tablet to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Protol -XL 50 Tablet starts working within 15 minutes. However, in some patients, it may take up to 2 hours to start working. It starts acting slowly and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within a span of 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Protol -XL 50 Tablet, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
Q. Is taking Protol -XL 50 Tablet dangerous?
Protol -XL 50 Tablet is usually safe when taken as per the doctor’s prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.
Q. Does Protol -XL 50 Tablet help you sleep better?
Protol -XL 50 Tablet belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person, it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in few patients. On the other hand, it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.
Q. What should I do if I forget to take Protol -XL 50 Tablet?
If you forget to take a dose of Protol -XL 50 Tablet, then take it as soon as you remember it. However, if the time of your next dose is nearby, then skip the missed dose to avoid taking a double dose.
Q. Can I take alcohol after taking Protol -XL 50 Tablet?
No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Protol -XL 50 Tablet. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.