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Inderal vs Tenormin: Propranolol vs Atenolol — Beta-Blocker Choice

Both are beta-blockers. Inderal (Propranolol) is non-selective and crosses into the brain — useful for performance anxiety, migraine prevention, and tremor. Tenormin (Atenolol) is cardioselective — preferred for cardiac conditions. Neither is a first-line BP medicine for most adults.

In

Inderal

Propranolol 40mg

VS
Te

Tenormin

Atenolol 50mg

FeatureInderalTenormin
Generic (Salt)Propranolol 40mgAtenolol 50mg
SelectivityNon-selective (β1 + β2)Cardioselective (β1)
Asthma❌ Strict avoid❌ Avoid (relative)
Performance / public-speaking anxiety✅ Established off-label⚠️ Less commonly used
Migraine prevention✅ First-line⚠️ Less common
Essential tremor✅ First-line⚠️ Less common
Hyperthyroidism (symptoms)✅ Used✅ Used
Heart attack preventionUsedUsed
Crosses blood-brain barrier✅ Yes (more CNS effects)Less
Doses per day2–31
Pregnancy⚠️ Generally avoided⚠️ Generally avoided
Price (approx)Rs. 50–180Rs. 40–150

Hamare expert ka khayal (Verdict)

For straightforward heart-related uses, Tenormin (Atenolol) — once-daily and cardioselective — is convenient. For performance anxiety, migraine prevention, or tremor, Inderal (Propranolol) is the established choice. Both carry the asthma warning common to all beta-blockers.

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