Patient leaflet - TRASICOR TABLETS 40 MG, OXPRENOLOL 40 MG TABLETS
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Taking Oxprenolol Tablets with food and drink
It is advisable not to drink alcohol whilst taking Oxprenolol Tablets as it may increase the effect of your medicine.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are trying to become pregnant, tell your doctor before taking Oxprenolol Tablets. Oxprenolol passes into breast milk, therefore breast-feeding is not recommended whilst taking Oxprenolol Tablets.
Driving and using machines
You can drive while being treated with Oxprenolol Tablets but do not drive until you know how it affects you. It may make you feel dizzy, if it affects you in this way, do not drive or operate any machinery.
Important information about some of the ingredients
Tell your doctor before taking this medicine if you have been told that you have an intolerance to some sugars. This is because Oxprenolol Tablets (20 mg and 40 mg) contain sucrose, a type of sugar.
The 20 mg and 40 mg Oxprenolol Tablets also contain gluten and may be unsuitable for patients with Coeliac disease (an intolerance to gluten).
3. how to take oxprenolol tablets
Always take Oxprenolol Tablets exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor if you are not sure. The usual dosages are:
Chest pain (angina)
80–160 mg a day taken in 2 to 3 doses. The maximum daily dose is 320 mg.
High blood pressure (hypertension)
80–160 mg a day given in 2 to 3 doses. The maximum daily dose is 320 mg.
Irregular heart beats
20–80 mg taken 2 or 3 times a day. The maximum daily dose is 240 mg.
Anxiety
The starting dose is 40 mg taken twice a day. A single dose of Oxprenolol Tablets (40–80 mg) may be taken for anxiety during a specific stressful situation.
Swallow your tablets whole with a drink of water.
If you take more Oxprenolol Tablets than you should
If you take more Oxprenolol Tablets than you should contact your doctor or nearest hospital emergency department immediately. Take the container and any remaining tablets with you.
If you forget to take Oxprenolol Tablets
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time for your next dose, DO NOT take a double dose.
If you stop taking Oxprenolol Tablets
Ask your doctor before stopping treatment with Oxprenolol Tablets. If you stop taking your tablets suddenly it may cause your condition to get worse.
4. possible side effects
Like all medicines, Oxprenolol Tablets can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.
If you notice:
- Itching or skin rashes;
- Difficulty in breathing or wheeziness.
Stop taking the medicine and seek medical advice immediately. These may be signs of an allergic reaction.
Other side effects may include:
Very common side effects (occurring in more than 1 in 10 patients)
- Dry mouth;
- Constipation.
Common side effects (occurring in between 1 in 10 and 1 in 100
- Tiredness;
- Dizziness;
- Headache;
- Depression;
- Heart failure;
- Low blood pressure;
- Coldness, numbness or tingling in your hands and feet;
- Feeling sick;
- Wheezing or difficulty breathing;
- Reducea sex drive or impotence.
Uncommon side effects (occurring in between 1 in 100 and 1 in 1000 patients)
- Sleeping problems and nightmares;
- A very slow heart beat;
- Diarrhoea;
- Being sick;
- Blurred vision;
- Irregular heart beat;
- Wind;
- Skin problems (an allergic skin reaction which may include reddening, itching or a rash).
Rare side effects (occurring in between 1 in 1000 and 1 in 10,000 patients)
- Hallucinations;
- Tiredness on exertion;
- Worsening of psoriasis;
- Dry or sore eyes.
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- Very rare side effects (occurring in less than 1 in 10,000 patients) A reduction in blood platelets which increases the risk of bruising or bleeding (thrombocytopenia).
If any of the side effects becomes severe, or if you notice any side effects not listed in the leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
5. how to store oxprenolol tablets
Do not use Oxprenolol Tablets after the expiry date which is stated on the carton. Keep your tablets in a dry place.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH AND SIGHT OF CHILDREN
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer reguired. These measures will help to protect the environment.
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6. FURTHER INFORMATION
What Oxprenolol Tablets look like and contents of the pack Oxprenolol 20 mg Tablets
are white, round, biconvex tablets approximately 7 mm in diameter. They are impressed OXP 20 on one side and blank on the other side.Oxprenolol 40 mg Tablets are white, round, biconvex tablets approximately 8 mm in diameter. They are impressed OXP 40 on one side and blank on the other side.
Oxprenolol 80 mg Tablets are light yellow, round, biconvex tablets approximately 9 mm in diameter. They are impressed OXP 80 on one side and blank on the other side.
The 20 mg, 40 mg and 80 mg tablets come in blister packs of 56 tablets.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer
Marketing Authorisation Holder and the manufacturer responsible for release is Amdipharm plc, Regency House, Miles Gray Road, Basildon. Essex. SS14 3AF.
Distributed by:
Waymade Plc trading as Sovereign Medical, Sovereign House, Miles Gray Road, Basildon. Essex. SS14 3FR.
Date of leaflet: September 2012