Q: Can I stop taking the Betalol Tablet on my own?
A: No, you should not stop taking this medicine on your own. It is advised to take Betalol Tablet in the dosage and duration as recommended by your doctor. Stopping this medicine abruptly may lead to a sudden rise in blood pressure and can also lead to other undesirable effects.
Q: Are there any dietary restrictions I should follow as I have high blood pressure?
Limit salt in the diet, avoid pickles and packaged foods like chips as it contains excess salt.
Avoid consuming potassium-containing foods like spinach, broccoli or banana.
Avoid smoking and drinking. Discuss with your doctor if you drink too often.
Q: What is the best time to take BetalolTablet?
A: Your doctor decides when to take the Betalol Tablet and how many times in a day you should take this medicine. This medicine may be taken with or without food, try to take it at the same time for effective blood pressure control.
Q: Is Betalol a beta-blocker?
A: Yes, Betalol belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine which block a specific receptor in the blood vessel, expanding the blood vessels and decreasing the heart rate due to which the blood pressure decreases.