Propranolol hydrochloride is a synthetic beta-adrenergic receptor-blocking agent effective in lowering heart rate and blood pressure by selectively blocking β1-receptors in the heart and kidneys. It is used therapeutically for conditions such as hypertension, angina, tachyarrhythmias, anxiety-related tachycardia, and migraine prevention. Common side effects include insomnia, fatigue, and less frequently, severe reactions like bronchospasm or low blood pressure.