Betacap 10 Tablet 10

Betacap 10 Tablet is used for the following:

• Management of hypertension or high blood pressure

• Addressing angina pectoris, which is chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart

• Controlling cardiac arrhythmias, also known as irregular heartbeats

• Preventing heart attacks in individuals who have previously suffered from a myocardial infarction

• Prophylaxis of migraines, which means preventing migraine headaches

• Controlling essential tremor, a condition that causes involuntary shaking or trembling

• Managing anxiety and performance-related nervousness

• Regulating hyperthyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland is overactive

• Management of pheochromocytoma, a rare adrenal gland tumour

When taking Betacap 10 Tablet, follow these instructions:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Do not crush, chew or break the tablet.

• This medicine can be taken with or without food.

• Always take this medicine as directed by your doctor.

Betacap 10 Tablet is taken orally.

Betacap 10 Tablet contains propranolol (10 mg), which performs the following functions:

• Beta Receptor Blocking: Propranolol is a non-selective beta blocker that blocks both beta-1 and beta-2 receptors in the body. This blocking action reduces the effects of adrenaline and other stress hormones on the heart and blood vessels.

• Heart Rate Regulation: By blocking these receptors, propranolol decreases heart rate and contractility, reducing the overall workload on the heart.

• Blood Pressure Management: Propranolol's receptor-blocking action also contributes to lowering blood pressure.

• Oxygen Demand Reduction: The medicine helps decrease the heart's oxygen demand, which can be beneficial in conditions like angina pectoris.

Although its exact mechanism of action for migraine prophylaxis and essential tremor is not fully understood, it's thought to involve reducing the impact of stress hormones on the brain and nervous system.

• Store Betacap 10 Tablet at room temperature, ideally between 15-30°C.

• Keep the medicine away from light and moisture to maintain its effectiveness.

• Ensure the tablet storage area is out of reach of children for safety purposes.

• Always check the expiry date on the packaging before use. If expired, don't use it.

• If you've been prescribed Betacap 10 Tablet for hypertension, try adopting a low-sodium diet to help manage your blood pressure.

• If your doctor has recommended this medicine for anxiety, consider incorporating relaxation techniques like yoga and deep-breathing exercises into your daily routine. These can help reduce stress levels, which may exacerbate anxiety symptoms.