What Is Propranolol Used For? (Cont.)

Off-Label Propranolol Uses

On occasion, your healthcare provider may use propranolol for something other than the conditions listed above. This is called an "off-label" use. Some off-label propranolol uses include:
 

What Is Propranolol Used for in Children?

Propranolol has not been approved for use in children, though it may be used off-label to treat several conditions in children. For example, propranolol may be used in children with Marfan syndrome to slow down the progression of aortic dilation (widening of the aorta).
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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