Precautions and Warnings With Propranolol XL

Who Should Not Take Propranolol XL?

You should not take propranolol XL if you:
 
  • Are allergic to propranolol XL, InnoPran XL, or any of the inactive components used to make the medication. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist has a list of the inactive ingredients.

 

  • Have sick sinus syndrome (unless you also have a pacemaker).

 

  • Have second or third degree heart block (a problem with electrical signal conduction in the heart) and a slow heart rate.

 

  • Have cardiogenic shock (an emergency heart problem).
     

Final Thoughts

There are a number of situations in which propranolol XL should not be taken, along with several precautions and warnings people should be aware of before starting the medication. However, it is possible that not all of the warnings or precautions were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your healthcare provider about the specific propranolol XL warnings and precautions that may apply to you.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD
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