Alternatives to propranolol
FDA shortage status is active for propranolol; 1 same-class SPL records are listed below for registry comparison only.
Brand: Inderal
propranolol class peers while FDA lists an active shortage
propranolol (Inderal) is on an FDA shortage listing while 1 other Non-Selective Beta-Blocker SPL records remain in this registry peer set (class inventory 2). Labeled indication field for propranolol: Propranolol tablets can treat high blood pressure.
Top FAERS reaction fields for propranolol total 30,035 reports across 10 reactions, set beside nadolol. Counts are exposure-weighted submissions, not per-patient risk.
About propranolol
Propranolol is a medicine that can help with high blood pressure, chest pain, and other conditions. It works by blocking the effects of certain natural chemicals in your body, like adrenaline, that affect the heart and blood vessels.
Used for: Propranolol tablets can treat high blood pressure. It can be used alone or with other medicines. Propranolol can also help with chest pain (angina), control fast heart rate with atrial fibrillation, improve survival after a heart attack, prevent migraine headaches, and reduce tremors. It can also help with symptoms of some tumors.
1 Non-Selective Beta-Blocker peers (wide set)
propranolol vs nadolol · FAERS reaction fields
FAERS top-reaction field "Nausea" shows the widest count spread between propranolol and nadolol in this extract (3,616-report gap on that field). Counts are exposure-weighted submissions, not prevalence rates.
| Side Effect | propranolol | nadolol |
|---|---|---|
| Nausea | 4,279 | 663 |
| Headache | 3,785 | 588 |
| Fatigue | 3,752 | 522 |
| Diarrhoea | 3,119 | 433 |
| Dizziness | 3,102 | 333 |
| Vomiting | 2,650 | - |
| Dyspnoea | 2,561 | 319 |
| Pain | 2,324 | 502 |
"-" means no reports for that reaction. Report counts reflect total FAERS submissions, not prevalence rates.
propranolol shortage vs Non-Selective Beta-Blocker peer index
Shortage status
FDA shortage listing is active for propranolol (status: Current). Peer rows remain a registry index, not a switch guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does FDA list a shortage for propranolol while peers remain indexed? ▼
Registry note: Shortage listings and peer indexes are for registry orientation only. This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not stop or change your medication without talking to your doctor or pharmacist.
Field note for propranolol: see also the generic vs brand label guide when reading Inderal SPL strings.
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