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Propranolol User Reviews & Ratings. Brand names: Inderal LA, Inderal XL, Hemangeol InnoPran XL. Propranolol has an average rating of 8.3 out of 10 from a total of 1,351 reviews on Drugs.com. 78% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 12% reported a negative experience.
The manufacturer does not list weight gain as a side effect, but several reviews, anecdotal reports and case studies have reported weight gain. A study of the beta-blocker class found that about 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs) of weight was gained in patients overall, possibly due to lowered energy metabolism.
Propranolol has an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from a total of 347 reviews for the off-label treatment of Anxiety. 68% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 19% reported a negative experience.
The mechanism by which propranolol induces weight gain is unknown. Some investigators have reported a 4% to 9% reduction in total energy expenditure and a 25% reduction in thermogenic response to food during beta-blocker treatment.
Propranolol is mainly used for blood pressure and angina control; however, it also has a role in migraine prevention and the treatment of essential tremor. Propranolol may cause vivid dreams and is not usually recommended for people with pre-existing breathing difficulties.
Propranolol has an average rating of 5.6 out of 10 from a total of 50 reviews for the off-label treatment of High Blood Pressure. 40% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 32% reported a negative experience. Filter by condition.
Propranolol has an average rating of 8.3 out of 10 from a total of 1,350 reviews on Drugs.com. 78% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 12% reported a negative experience.
Trokendi (topiramate) XR can lead to weight loss when used for prevention of migraine headaches or seizures, but it is not approved as a weight loss medicine. Loss of appetite and other digestive issues, which may contribute to weight loss, have been reported in topiramate studies.
I recently started propranolol and it definitely has made me gain weight. Approx 12lbs in the space of 2-3 months. My weight is very stable and I tend to eat fairly healthy meals and I don't drink alcohol so there has been no change to my usual routine.
Topiramate for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) User Reviews. Topiramate has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from a total of 204 reviews for the off-label treatment of Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight). 64% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 16% reported a negative experience.