What is Atenolol?
Atenolol, available as Tenormin, is a prescription tablet used to treat high blood pressure alone or with other medications. It helps prevent
- Strokes
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Heart attacks
- kidney problems by lowering blood pressure.
Additionally, it's used for chest pain treatment and to enhance survival post-heart attack.
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Atenolol Uses
- Atenolol tablets can be used alone or with other medications for treating high blood pressure.
- This is also used to treat and improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to the class of medication called beta-blockers.
- This works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing the heart rate for improving the blood flow and decreasing the blood pressure.
Atenolol medications are used for:
- Decreasing hypertension
- Reducing angina
- After a heart attack, reduce the amount of work that the heart muscle has to do for pushing the blood through your body.
Atenolol Side Effects
Some of the common side effects of Atenolol are:
- Cold hands and feet
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
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Headache
- Shortness in breath
- Leg pain
Some of the serious side effects of Atenolol are:
- Red rash
- Fever
- Swelling of hands
- Trouble breathing
- Anxiety
- Tiredness
- Trouble in focusing
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Swelling of feet, ankles and arms
If you experience any serious symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. If you have any adverse reactions to Atenolol, try to avoid it.
Most people experience greater benefits than side effects from Atenolol, as prescribed by a doctor. However, if you encounter any serious side effects, seek medical assistance promptly.
Precautions while taking Atenolol
- Inform your doctor or pharmacist of any allergies before taking atenolol.
- This medication may contain chemicals or other substances that could cause issues; consult your pharmacist for more information.
- Before using Atenolol talk to your doctor if you are having any medical history such as:
- Heart rhythm disorders
- Breathing problems
- Blood circulation problems
- Kidney disease
- Serious allergic reactions
- Muscle disease
- This medicine may even cause dizziness. Cannabis and alcohol may potentially cause vertigo.
- Until you are certain that you can do it safely, avoid operating machinery, driving, and doing anything else that requires alertness.
- Limit alcoholic beverages, please. Talk to your doctor
How to take Atenolol?
- Atenolol, available as tablets, is typically taken once or twice daily. Maintain a consistent timing to prevent confusion.
- Follow the prescription label instructions precisely. It helps control high blood pressure and angina but doesn't cure them.
- It may take 1-2 weeks to feel the full benefits. Continue taking it even if you feel well, and consult your doctor before discontinuing its use.
Dosage of Atenolol
Drug form and strengths
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Generic:
- Form: oral tablet
- Strengths: 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg
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Brand:
- Form: oral tablet
- Strengths: 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg
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Dosage for high blood pressure:
- Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years): Atenolol (50 mg once in a day)
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Dosage for angina (chest pain):
- Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years): Atenolol (50 mg once in a day)
Overdose
Accidental overdose of Atenolol can have harmful effects on bodily functions and may require medical intervention. It can lead to a medical emergency.
Missed dose
Missing one or two doses of Atenolol typically has no effect on the body, as it doesn't cause any problems. However, timely dosage is essential for some medications to work effectively. If a dose is missed, sudden chemical changes may occur in the body. Your doctor may advise taking the missed dose as soon as possible in some cases.
Allergy Warnings
- Red rash
- Fever
- Swelling of hands
- Trouble breathing
Warnings for Some Serious Health Conditions:
For people with Asthma/ Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD):
- People with asthma or COPD should generally avoid atenolol. If prescribed, it's usually in small doses with careful monitoring, as higher doses can worsen asthma or COPD symptoms by narrowing the airways. This occurs because atenolol blocks beta receptors in the heart cells, which, in higher doses, can affect the beta receptors in the airways.
For people with Diabetes:
- The indicators of dangerously low blood sugar levels can be difficult to detect since atenolol can conceal them, including tremors and an elevated heart rate.
For people with Poor Circulation:
- Poor circulation in your feet and hands may worsen with atenolol, as it reduces blood pressure, potentially limiting blood flow to these areas.
Storage of Atenolol
- Protect your medication from heat, air, and light to prevent damage and harmful effects.
- The medication should be kept at room temperature, ideally between 68 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit (20 and 25 degrees Celsius), and out of the reach of minors.
- Consult your doctor before taking Atenolol and seek medical assistance immediately if you experience any problems or side effects.
- Carry your medication while traveling to address any emergencies promptly.
- Adhere to your prescription and follow your doctor's advice when taking Atenolol.
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