MedPath

Propranolol

Generic Name
Propranolol
Brand Names
Hemangeol, Hemangiol, Inderal, Innopran
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C16H21NO2
CAS Number
525-66-6
Unique Ingredient Identifier
9Y8NXQ24VQ

Overview

Propranolol is a racemic mixture of 2 enantiomers where the S(-)-enantiomer has approximately 100 times the binding affinity for beta adrenergic receptors. Propranolol is used to treat a number of conditions but most commonly is used for hypertension. Propranolol was granted FDA approval on 13 November 1967.

Indication

Propranolol is indicated to treat hypertension. Propranolol is also indicated to treat angina pectoris due to coronary atherosclerosis, atrial fibrillation, myocardial infarction, migraine, essential tremor, hypertrophic subaortic stenosis, pheochromocytoma, and proliferating infantile hemangioma.

Associated Conditions

  • Akathisia caused by antipsychotic use
  • Angina Pectoris
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Cardiovascular Mortality
  • Essential Tremor
  • Gastroesophageal variceal hemorrhage prophylaxis
  • Hemangiomas
  • Hypertension
  • Migraine
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • Performance Anxiety
  • Pheochromocytoma
  • Proliferating Infantile Hemangioma
  • Supraventricular Arrhythmias
  • Tachyarrhythmia caused by Digitalis intoxication
  • Tachyarrhythmia caused by catecholamine excess
  • Thyroid Crisis
  • Thyrotoxicosis
  • Tremor caused by lithium
  • Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)

Clinical Trials

View More Clinical Trials

Sign in to access the complete clinical trial database with detailed study information.

FDA Drug Approvals

View More FDA Approvals

Sign in to access additional FDA-approved drug information with detailed regulatory data.

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Northwind Pharmaceuticals
51655-348
ORAL
10 mg in 1 1
12/31/2021
Direct Rx
61919-488
ORAL
60 mg in 1 1
4/19/2019
Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.
68382-161
ORAL
60 mg in 1 1
11/10/2022
DIRECT RX
61919-808
ORAL
40 mg in 1 1
1/21/2020
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
54868-0696
ORAL
80 mg in 1 1
5/26/2010
Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, LLC
43353-961
ORAL
20 mg in 1 1
7/19/2014
State of Florida DOH Central Pharmacy
53808-0891
ORAL
20 mg in 1 1
10/18/2014
Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
68788-7860
ORAL
10 mg in 1 1
9/12/2023
Blenheim Pharmacal, Inc.
10544-284
ORAL
20 mg in 1 1
3/17/2015
Bryant Ranch Prepack
63629-2277
ORAL
20 mg in 1 1
11/15/2021

EMA Drug Approvals

View More EMA Approvals

Sign in to access additional EMA-approved drug information with detailed regulatory data.

Approved Product
Authorization Holder
Status
Issued Date
No EMA approvals found for this drug.

HSA Drug Approvals

View More HSA Approvals

Sign in to access additional HSA-approved drug information with detailed regulatory data.

Approved Product
Manufacturer
Approval Number
Dosage Form
Strength
Approval Date
No HSA approvals found for this drug.

NMPA Drug Approvals

View More NMPA Approvals

Sign in to access additional NMPA-approved drug information with detailed regulatory data.

Approved Product
Company
Approval Number
Drug Type
Dosage Form
Approval Date
No NMPA approvals found for this drug.

PPB Drug Approvals

View More PPB Approvals

Sign in to access additional PPB-approved drug information with detailed regulatory data.

Approved Product
Registration No.
Company
Licence No.
Strength
Registration Date
No PPB approvals found for this drug.

TGA Drug Approvals

View More TGA Approvals

Sign in to access additional TGA-approved drug information with detailed regulatory data.

Approved Product
ARTG ID
Sponsor
Registration Type
Status
Registration Date
No TGA approvals found for this drug.

Help Us Improve

Your feedback helps us provide better drug information and insights.

© Copyright 2025. All Rights Reserved by MedPath