I have reasons for which I cannot take the medicine in time.. what should I do? Does the effect of the propranolol last for a long time during the day?
What to do if I can't take a propranolol until more than 6 hours before my presentation?
Question posted by Yaman99 on 25 March 2022
Last updated on 25 March 2022 by Alphabravo33
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Alphabravo33
25 March 2022
As others have said, at 6+ hours you should still have about 50% of the drug in your body which should be enough help. It will work out for you. Please let us know how it went. Good luck to you.
WildcatVet
25 March 2022
Hi, Yaman!
Propranolol has a half life of approximately 4-5 hours. This means that after 4-5 hours 50% of your dose will still be in your system and after 6 it would be just slightly less.
Is there any way you could use a pill box or something to carry a dose with you that you can take before your event?
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