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Inderal: How long till it works?

by KodeMaster, May 31, 2009 02:12PM
Hello all:

My doctor thinks my headaches may be migraines. To make a long story short, she put me on Inderal, a daily medicine. I am just wondering: how long does it take for this to start working? Is it days, weeks?

I have been taking it since Thursday and no relief yet. I will give it time...

Thank you,

Jen
Member Comments (2)

by Dr Rajgopal, Jun 01, 2009 02:10AM
To: KodeMaster
Hi,
Inderal is indicated for the prophylaxis of common migraine headache. The efficacy of propranolol in the treatment of a migraine attack that has started has not been established, and propranolol is not indicated for such use. The initial dose is 80 mg Inderal daily in divided doses. The usual effective dose range is 160 mg to 240 mg per day. The dosage may be increased gradually to achieve optimum migraine prophylaxis. If a satisfactory response is not obtained within four to six weeks after reaching the maximum dose, Inderal therapy should be discontinued. It may be advisable to withdraw the drug gradually over a period of several weeks.Hope this helps you . Take care and regards !

by KodeMaster, Jun 01, 2009 04:16PM
To: Dr Rajgopal
Thank you very much! I appreciate your help.

Jen
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