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Betabris LA 40 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy

Betabris LA 40 Tablet is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), and to prevent symptoms of migraine headache and tremors (fits). It contains propranolol, which plays a vital role in relaxing our blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in our bodies. This lowers the blood pressure and helps reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. It may cause common side effects, such as feeling dizzy or exhausted, cold hands or feet, difficulty sleeping, and nightmares.

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Composition :

PROPRANOLOL-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Madbris Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Betabris LA 40 Tablet

Betabris LA 40 Tablet is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), chest pain (angina), irregular heartbeat(arrhythmia), migraines, and tremors.

Betabris LA 40 Tablet contains propranolol, which helps relax your blood vessels by blocking certain natural chemicals in the body, which lowers blood pressure and reduces the risk of stroke, heart attack, heart problems, or kidney damage.

In certain instances, Betabris LA 40 Tablet may result in typical adverse effects like fatigue or lightheadedness, cold hands or feet, difficulty falling asleep, or even weird dreams. These are typically minor side effects that resolve on their own. However, if they persist or cause you significant discomfort, make sure to speak with your physician.

Take Betabris LA 40 Tablet orally, with or without food, or as directed by your doctor. Swallow the whole with a glass of water; do not crush, chew, or break it. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of Betabris LA 40 Tablet .

Do not stop taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet without talking to your doctor. Stopping it suddenly can cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure. This may lead to chest pain or even a heart attack. Also, avoid taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet if you have a very slow heartbeat, asthma, a serious heart condition (like sick sinus syndrome), or a heart blockage. It should also not be given to children who weigh less than 4.5 pounds or are under 12 years of age.

Uses of Betabris LA 40 Tablet

Betabris LA 40 Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (Hypertension), chest pain (Angina), prevention of migraines, and anxiety. The detailed uses of Betabris LA 40 Tablet are as follows:

  • Hypertension Management: Betabris LA 40 Tablet is primarily prescribed to lower high blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart-related complications.
  • Angina Pectoris Treatment: Betabris LA 40 Tablet helps alleviate chest pain (angina) caused by inadequate blood flow to the heart.
  • Heart Rhythm Regulation: Betabris LA 40 Tablet is effective in managing certain irregular heartbeats, aiding in the stabilization of heart rhythm.
  • Migraine Prevention: Betabris LA 40 Tablet is often used to prevent migraines, decreasing the frequency and severity of attacks.
  • Anxiety and Performance Anxiety Relief: Betabris LA 40 Tablet is utilized to manage anxiety and can effectively reduce physical symptoms of performance anxiety, such as a rapid heart rate.

Directions for Use

  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Betabris LA 40 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet works by blocking two types of receptors in the body: beta-1 and beta-2 receptors.
  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet blocks beta-1 receptors in the heart, which slows down the heartbeat and makes the heart pump with less force. This helps lower blood pressure and reduce chest pain associated with heart problems (angina).
  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet can also improve a person’s ability to exercise without discomfort if they have angina.
  • By blocking beta-2 receptors in the lungs and blood vessels, Betabris LA 40 Tablet helps lower blood pressure even more. This can reduce the risk of serious health problems like stroke, heart attack, heart failure, and kidney damage.
  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet is often used along with thiazide diuretics (water pills) and other medications to manage high blood pressure more effectively.
  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet also helps to reduce symptoms of essential tremor (involuntary shaking) and can prevent migraine headaches.
  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet can be used to treat symptoms of an overactive thyroid (thyrotoxicosis) and is sometimes given together with thyroid medications.

How Betabris LA 40 Tablet Works

Betabris LA 40 Tablet plays a vital role in relaxing our blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body. This lowers your blood pressure and helps reduce your risk of a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Betabris LA 40 Tablet
Here are the steps to Dry Mouth (xerostomia) caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dry mouth symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help keep your mouth moist and alleviate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Chew sugar-free gum or candies to increase saliva production and keep your mouth moisturized.
  • Use saliva substitutes, such as mouthwashes or sprays, only if your doctor advises them to help moisturize your mouth and alleviate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Avoid consuming smoking, alcohol, spicy or acidic foods, and other irritants that may aggravate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Schedule regular dental check-ups to keep track of your oral health and handle any dry mouth issues as they arise.

What if I have taken an overdose of Betabris LA 40 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Betabris LA 40 Tablet as it may cause serious adverse effects such as slow heart rate, trembling, dizziness, seizures (fits), or difficulty breathing. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet should not be used if you have cardiogenic shock (where the heart cannot pump enough blood to the body), in people with heart failure, or if you have a very slow heartbeat, asthma, a serious heart condition like sick sinus syndrome, or heart block.
  • Do not stop taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor, as it may lead to chest pain, heart rhythm changes, or a heart attack. Your doctor will reduce your dose of Betabris LA 40 Tablet gradually to prevent these effects.
  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet should not be given to children who weigh less than 4.5 pounds or are under 12 years old.
  • Before starting Betabris LA 40 Tablet , tell your doctor if you have any muscle disorders like myasthenia gravis or rhabdomyolysis; breathing problems such as COPD, bronchitis, or emphysema; diabetes; low blood pressure; depression; or a history of heart failure, liver or kidney disease, a thyroid disorder, or an adrenal gland tumor like pheochromocytoma.
  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet can hide signs of low blood sugar, so careful monitoring is important for diabetic patients.
  • Betabris LA 40 Tablet may worsen circulation problems such as Raynaud’s syndrome, so inform your doctor if you have circulation problems.
  • If you are taking blood thinners like warfarin, your doctor may ask you to regularly check your prothrombin time to avoid bleeding risks.
  • If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, tell your doctor before taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet , as it may affect your baby.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PropranololThioridazine
Critical
PropranololVerapamil
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PropranololThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Betabris LA 40 Tablet:
Coadministration of thioridazine with Betabris LA 40 Tablet may increase the blood levels of thioridazine and cause an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Betabris LA 40 Tablet and thioridazine, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and shortness of breath contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
PropranololVerapamil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betabris LA 40 Tablet:
Using Betabris LA 40 Tablet and verapamil together may lead to increased side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet together with Verapamil can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting a doctor.
PropranololFingolimod
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betabris LA 40 Tablet:
Using fingolimod with Betabris LA 40 Tablet can cause an excessive lowering of heart rate and can lead to other heart problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet together with Fingolimod can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medicines without consulting a doctor.
PropranololDiltiazem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betabris LA 40 Tablet:
Taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet and Diltiazem together increases the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet together with Diltiazem can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting your doctor.
PropranololSalmeterol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betabris LA 40 Tablet:
Using Betabris LA 40 Tablet together with salmeterol may reduce the benefits of both medications, since they have opposing effects in the body. In addition, Betabris LA 40 Tablet can sometimes cause breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet together with Salmeterol can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
PropranololBitolterol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betabris LA 40 Tablet:
Using Betabris LA 40 Tablet together with bitolterol may reduce the benefits of both medications, since they have opposing effects in the body. In addition, Betabris LA 40 Tablet can sometimes cause breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet with Bitolterol together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
PropranololLabetalol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betabris LA 40 Tablet:
Taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet with Labetalol can potentially enhance the effects of orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure that happens when standing after sitting or lying down).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet together with Labetalol can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience lightheadedness or dizziness upon standing, blurred vision, weakness, fainting, or confusion. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.
PropranololLevosalbutamol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betabris LA 40 Tablet:
Coadministration of Betabris LA 40 Tablet and levosalbutamol can increase the risk of breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Betabris LA 40 Tablet and levosalbutamol, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
PropranololAtenolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betabris LA 40 Tablet:
Taking atenolol and Betabris LA 40 Tablet together may lower your blood pressure excessively which may lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Combined use of atenolol and Betabris LA 40 Tablet may result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
PropranololSalbutamol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betabris LA 40 Tablet:
Using Betabris LA 40 Tablet and salbutamol together can reduce the effects or increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of Betabris LA 40 Tablet and salbutamol can lead to an interaction, but they can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
  • Regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mmHg.
  • Option for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Limit sodium chloride (table salt) intake in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day, or less than 1500 mg, which is ideal for most adults.
  • If you are taking alcohol, then only one serving for women and two for men is advisable.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.
  • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily, and if there is too much fluctuation, immediately contact your doctor.
  • Including heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oils like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to help lower your elevated blood pressure.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Betabris LA 40 Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Betabris LA 40 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effect of low blood pressure causing dizziness or drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Betabris LA 40 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy unless your doctor considers it essential. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Small amounts of Betabris LA 40 Tablet passess into the breast milk. However which is not enough to cause any problems to your baby. But, still it is advisable to contact your doctor before breastfeeding your baby.

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Driving

Caution

Betabris LA 40 Tablet is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or to operate machinery. However, some people may occasionally feel dizzy or tired when taking Betabris LA 40 Tablet . so, drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Betabris LA 40 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions.

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Kidney

Caution

Betabris LA 40 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions.

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Children

Unsafe

The safety and efficacy of Betabris LA 40 Tablet in children have not been established. Betabris LA 40 Tablet is not recommended in children unless prescribed by a child specialist.

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FAQs

Betabris LA 40 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia) and prevent symptoms of migraine headache and tremors (fits).

Betabris LA 40 Tablet plays a vital role in relaxing our blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body. This lowers your blood pressure and helps reduce your risk of a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future.

It is advised to continue your medicine even after your blood pressure is under control or becomes normal as blood pressure can shot up any time. If you have any discomfort, please consult your doctor immediately.

If you forget to take Betabris LA 40 Tablet at any time, take it as soon as you remember, then continue to take it at the usual times. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

Yes, drowsiness is a common side effect of propranolol. It's often more noticeable when you first start taking the medication. As your body adjusts, this drowsiness usually subsides. If the drowsiness is significantly affecting your daily life or causing you concern, it's important to discuss it with your doctor. They may be able to adjust your dosage or recommend other strategies to help manage this side effect.

If you are trying to conceive or are already pregnant, speak with your doctor about the benefits and risks of taking propranolol. Propranolol is regarded to be safe during pregnancy, although it may impact your baby's growth later on.

No, it does not belong to diuretic class. Propranolol belongs to a group of medicines called beta blockers.

Betabris LA 40 Tablet normally begins functioning after a few hours. Propranolol may take up to a week to take action in people with heart disease or high blood pressure. You may not see any difference, but that does not mean it is not effective. It's critical to continue taking your medication unless your doctor advises.

Propranolol exposure is associated with an elevated risk of asthma hospitalization in vulnerable patients, which appears to vary depending on dose and duration of exposure.

If you forget to take your Betabris LA 40 Tablet , take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose. If it is almost time for your next dose, simply skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Never take two doses at the same time, and never take an additional dose to compensate for a missed one.

If you stop taking propranolol suddenly, you may develop serious cardiac issues such as angina (chest pain), a heart attack, or an irregular heartbeat. Your doctor would most likely wish to gradually reduce your dose over a period of 1 to 2 weeks.

It's usually prescribed for high blood pressure and other heart problems, but it can also help with the physical symptoms of anxiety, like sweating and shaking. However, it should be used only if prescribed by the healthcare professional.

To get the most benefit from Betabris LA 40 Tablet , it's important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly, manage stress, and limit alcohol and smoking. By following these tips, you can help control your blood pressure and improve your overall health.

Betabris LA 40 Tablet is widely acknowledged to be an effective treatment for high blood pressure (hypertension).

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Betabris LA 40 Tablet as it may cause overdose. The signs and symptoms of overdose may include slow heart rate, trembling, dizziness, seizures (fits) or difficulty breathing. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Betabris LA 40 Tablet is not suitable for everyone. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor before starting to take propranolol if you have any medical conditions or taking any medications.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may reduce the blood pressure-lowering effects of propranolol. If you take these medications together, your doctor should check your blood pressure. They may need to adjust your propranolol dose.

The common side-effects of Betabris LA 40 Tablet are dizzy or exhausted, cold hands or feet, difficulty sleeping, and nightmares. Most of these side effects fade away gradually over time without the need for medical intervention. However, consult your doctor if you experience these side effects frequently.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

2099, Street Number 1, Prem Nagar, Patel Nagar, CENTRAL DELHI, Delhi 110008
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Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Sep 15, 2025 | 6:54 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2903.pdf
  2. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/propranolol/
  3. https://www.drugs.com/tips/propranolol-patient-tips

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