Vivid dreams and oscillopsia associated with propranolol – A report of two cases
Abstract
Propranolol, a beta-adrenergic blocker, is commonly used for migraine prophylaxis and other indications. While its side effects include fatigue, dizziness and sleep disturbances, vivid dreams and oscillopsia are rarely reported. This case report describes two instances of vivid dreams and oscillopsia in patients prescribed propranolol for migraine management. The cases highlight the need for heightened awareness of such adverse effects, especially in long-term therapy.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Migraine and Headache Studies
Pharmacovigilance and Adverse Drug Reactions
Hallucinations in medical conditions
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Indian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology
- Volume
- 70
- Pages
- 78–79
- Publication date
- 26 February 2026
- Language
- EN