Ciplar 40

Tablet · Cipla
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Ciplar 40 is a tablet made by Cipla that contains Propranolol 40 mg. Propranolol is a beta blocker: treats high blood pressure, fast heartbeat, tremor, and prevents migraine; eases physical anxiety symptoms.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Propranolol40 mg

What it is used for

Treats high blood pressure, fast heartbeat, tremor, and prevents migraine; eases physical anxiety symptoms.

How it works

A non-selective beta blocker for high blood pressure, tremor, anxiety symptoms, migraine prevention and some liver conditions.

How to take it

Usually 10 to 80 mg two or three times a day, or slow-release once a day.

Common side effects

  • Tiredness
  • Cold hands and feet
  • Slow pulse
  • Dizziness
  • Vivid dreams
  • Sleep problems

Get medical help straight away if

  • Breathlessness or wheeze
  • Very slow pulse or fainting
  • Swollen ankles or rapid weight gain

Be careful

Not for people with asthma; do not stop suddenly.

Other medicines and interactions

Do not stop suddenly (it can trigger chest pain or a heart attack); taper as advised. Verapamil and diltiazem together can slow the heart dangerously. Can hide low sugar warning signs in diabetes. It can worsen asthma.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Some beta blockers (such as labetalol) are used in pregnancy; ask your doctor whether yours is suitable. Babies may need watching for slow heart rate or low sugar after birth.

Common questions

What is Ciplar 40?

Ciplar 40 is a tablet by Cipla containing Propranolol 40 mg.

What is Ciplar 40 used for?

Treats high blood pressure, fast heartbeat, tremor, and prevents migraine; eases physical anxiety symptoms.

How should I take Ciplar 40?

Usually 10 to 80 mg two or three times a day, or slow-release once a day. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Ciplar 40?

Common side effects include: Tiredness, cold hands and feet, slow pulse, dizziness, vivid dreams, sleep problems. Get medical help straight away for: Breathlessness or wheeze, very slow pulse or fainting, swollen ankles or rapid weight gain.

Does Ciplar 40 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Ciplar 40 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Some beta blockers (such as labetalol) are used in pregnancy; ask your doctor whether yours is suitable. Babies may need watching for slow heart rate or low sugar after birth.

What are the substitutes for Ciplar 40?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.