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What is Pindolol and why is it prescribed? Pindolol, a type of medication known as a beta blocker, is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. It is effective alone or combined with other high blood pressure medications, particularly with a thiazide-type diuretic. Beta blockers decrease the force and rate of heart contractions. You must take Pindolol regularly for it to be effective. Pindolol does not cure high blood pressure but it keeps it under control. How should you take Pindolol? Follow your doctors directions for taking Pindolol. Pindolol can be taken with or without food. Take Pindolol exactly as prescribed, even if your symptoms have disappeared. Try not to miss any doses. If this medication is not taken regularly, your condition may worsen. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it's within 4 hours of your next scheduled dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take two doses at the same time. Store Pindolol at room temperature in a tightly closed, light-resistant container. Are there any Pindolol side effects? Pindolol side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Pindolol side effects may include abdominal discomfort, chest pain, difficult or labored breathing, dizziness, fatigue, joint pain, muscle pain or cramps, nausea, nervousness, strange dreams, swelling due to fluid retention, tingling or pins and needles, trouble sleeping, and weakness. Less common or rare Pindolol side effects may include hallucinations, heart failure, itching, palpitations, rapid heartbeat, and rash. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Pindolol? If Pindolol is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Pindolol with Airway-opening drugs (such as Proventil and Ventolin), Blood pressure drugs (such as reserpine), Digoxin (Lanoxin), Epinephrine (EpiPen), Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL), Insulin or oral antidiabetic agents (such as Micronase), Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as Motrin), Ritodrine (Yutopar), Theophylline (Theo-Dur, others), Thioridazine (Mellaril), or Verapamil (Calan, Verelan). Are there any special warnings about Pindolol? If you have had severe congestive heart failure in the past, Pindolol should be used with caution. Pindolol should not be stopped suddenly. It can cause increased chest pain and heart attack. Dosage should be gradually reduced. If you suffer from asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, seasonal allergies or other bronchial conditions, coronary artery disease, or kidney or liver disease, this medication should be used with caution. Ask your doctor if you should check your pulse while taking Pindolol. Pindolol can cause your heartbeat to become too slow. This medication may mask the symptoms of low blood sugar in diabetics or alter blood sugar levels. If you are diabetic, discuss this with your doctor. Pindolol may cause you to become disoriented. If it has this effect on you, driving or operating dangerous machinery or participating in any hazardous activity that requires full mental alertness is not recommended. If you have a history of severe allergic reactions, inform your doctor before taking Pindolol. Notify your doctor or dentist that you are taking Pindolol if you have a medical emergency and before you have surgery or dental treatment. |
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