Petril Beta 20 Tablet

Prescription Required

Manufacturer
Micro Labs Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION
Clonazepam (0.25 mg) + Propranolol (20 mg)

Storage
Store below 30°C

Introduction

Petril Beta 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorder. It calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate and blood pressure.

Petril Beta 10 Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as it has high habit-forming potential. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop taking this medicine suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as this may reduce its effectiveness.

Some common side effects of this medicine include confusion, memory impairment, slow heart rate, tiredness, and nightmare.  It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.  It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.

Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Uses of Petril Beta Tablet
Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Benefits of Petril Beta Tablet

In Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Petril Beta 10 Tablet stops your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Generalised Anxiety Disorder. 

Petril Beta 10 Tablet will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.

Side effects of Petril Beta Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Petril Beta

    Confusion
    Memory impairment
    Drowsiness
    Slow heart rate
    Tiredness
    Uncoordinated body movements
    Nightmares
    Cold extremities

How Petril Beta Tablet works
    
Petril Beta 10 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Clonazepam and Propranolol. 

Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in brain. 

Propranolol is a beta blocker which blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Petril Beta 10 Tablet.

Driving
UNSAFE
Petril Beta 10 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Liver
CAUTION
Petril Beta 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Petril Beta 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.

Quick tips

1. Petril Beta 10 Tablet is used for the treatment of anxiety.
    
2. It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
    
3. Do not stop taking Petril Beta 10 Tablet unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
    
4. Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
    
5. If you are due to have an operation or dental treatment, it is important to tell the person carrying out the treatment that you are taking.
    
6. Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
    
7. Petril Beta 10 Tablet is used for the treatment of anxiety.
    
8. It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
    
9. It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
    
10. Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
    
11. If you are due to have an operation or dental treatment, it is important to tell the person carrying out the treatment that you are taking.
    
12. Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
Yes

Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS