Inderal
Noun: - A beta-blocker medication: Inderal is the trade name for the drug propranolol. It belongs to a class of drugs called beta blockers, which work by blocking the effects of certain natural chemicals (like adrenaline) on the heart and blood vessels. It was the first beta blocker developed for clinical use.
Inderal is used to treat various medical conditions by slowing the heart rate and reducing blood pressure. - It is prescribed for hypertension (high blood pressure). - It is used to manage angina pectoris (chest pain due to heart disease). - It helps control essential tremor (involuntary shaking, often of the hands). - It may also be used for other conditions like certain heart rhythm disorders, anxiety, and migraine prevention.
- Medical Context:
- The doctor prescribed Inderal to help lower my blood pressure.
- Patients with essential tremor often find relief with Inderal.
- Inderal is commonly used to prevent angina attacks.
- Clinical Terminology: In medical literature, "Inderal" is often referenced as a pioneering beta blocker. The generic name, propranolol, is used interchangeably in scientific and prescription contexts.
- Propranolol (Inderal) revolutionized the treatment of cardiovascular diseases.
- Propranolol (n): The generic, non-brand name for the drug Inderal.
- Beta blocker / β-blocker (n): The class of drugs to which Inderal belongs. Other examples include atenolol and metoprolol.
- Propranolol: The direct generic synonym.
- Beta-adrenergic blocking agent: A more technical term for the drug class.
Note: "Inderal" is a proper noun (a trademarked brand name). It should be capitalized. Always follow a doctor's prescription and instructions regarding this medication.
- the first beta blocker (trade name Inderal) used in treating hypertension and angina pectoris and essential tremor