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NADOLOL

Adrenergic beta-Antagonists
Cardiovascular Approved 1993-10-31

NADOLOL is indicated for the treatment of Angina Pectoris; Hypertension.

Source: FDA Label • RISING
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What NADOLOL Treats

2 indications

NADOLOL is approved for 2 conditions since its original approval in 1993. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Angina Pectoris
  • Hypertension
Source: FDA Label

NADOLOL Boxed Warning

Exacerbation of Ischemic Heart Disease Following Abrupt Withdrawal Hypersensitivity to catecholamines has been observed in patients withdrawn from beta-blocker therapy; exacerbation of angina and, in some cases, myocardial infarction have occurred after abrupt discontinuation of such therapy. When discontinuing chronically administered nadolol, particularly in patients with ischemic heart disease, the dosage should be gradually reduced over a period of one to two weeks and the patient should be ...

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Clinical Trial Registry

3 trials
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Understanding FDA Approval Types
Count Type What it means
- ORIG Original approval - drug first enters market
- SUPPL - Efficacy New indication (new disease/condition approved)
- SUPPL - Labeling Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates)
- SUPPL - Manufacturing Production changes (new facility)
- SUPPL - Chemistry Formulation changes (new dosage strength)

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NADOLOL FDA Label Details

Indications & Usage

NADOLOL is indicated for the treatment of Angina Pectoris; Hypertension.

⚠️ BOXED WARNING

Exacerbation of Ischemic Heart Disease Following Abrupt Withdrawal Hypersensitivity to catecholamines has been observed in patients withdrawn from beta-blocker therapy; exacerbation of angina and, in some cases, myocardial infarction have occurred after abrupt discontinuation of such therapy. When d...

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