Is propranol a good prescription for tremors?!

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Propranolol is supposed to be a good prescription for tremors.

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Unfortuately no prescription is good in terms of side effects
Propranolol side effects---
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to propranolol: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
fast, slow, or uneven heartbeats;

feeling light-headed, fainting;

feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;

swelling of your ankles or feet;

fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;

nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);

depression, confusion, hallucinations; or

cold feeling in your hands and feet.

Less serious propranolol side effects may include:

nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, stomach cramps;

decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm;

sleep problems (insomnia); or

tired feeling.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur

Yes, propranolol is used to treat tremors. Like any medication it can have side effects, but often the good it does for the person using it outweighs the chance of side effects. While possible side effects are listed for all medications, many people do not experience any side effects. Listen to the advice of your doctor. Check here to learn more about this medication.

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