Tenormin [atenolol] belongs to the category of drugs known as beta blockers of b1 receptors which are used for treating cardiovascular diseases by improving the flow of blood through veins and arteries. Tenormin [atenolol] is considered to be a good substitute for propranolol that is used for curing hypertension. Atenolol is the main component of Tenormin [atenolol] which works by improving the functioning of heart by decreasing its work load. As Tenormin [atenolol] doesn’t cross the blood brain barrier hence it has lesser CNS side effects like propranolol.
Tenormin [atenolol] is used for treating chest pain or angina and is found effective in lowering the blood pressure and therefore prevents the heart attack. If you are planning to undergo any heart surgery it is advisable that you inform the doctor that you are taking Tenormin [atenolol] before he starts the surgery. Tenormin [atenolol] can make you feel dizzy or drowsy and hence you should not indulge in any activity that requires you to be awake or alert after taking this medicine for curing heart disease.
Taking Tenormin [atenolol] is just a part of the hypertension treatment and not the complete treatment in itself. Therefore along with Tenormin [atenolol] dosage doctors may also recommend certain diet changes along with exercise and lifestyle modifications to completely cure this disease.
Even though you may feel well one should continue taking this medicine as per doctor’s prescription. Also do not stop Tenormin [atenolol] doses or modify doses without first consulting your doctor. It is recommended that you regular opt for doctor’s checkup to monitor you blood pressure and get ECG to monitor your progress. Tenormin [atenolol] is approved by FDA.
How to use
Tenormin [atenolol] is only available for oral use and has to be taken once a day or as per doctor’s direction. For maximum benefit the recommended dosage of this medicine should be taken daily at the same time. Tenormin [atenolol] dosage is dependent on person’s age, weight and medical history. Do not stop taking this medicine abruptly as you can experience severe withdrawal symptoms. If you miss a dose take the next dose at the scheduled time. Never take two dosage of medicine at one time as it can be fatal.
Side Effects
Tenormin [atenolol] users can commonly experience lightheadedness, tiredness, drowsiness, diarrhea, and nausea, pain in body, blurred vision and sensation of cold and numbness in your limbs. Doctors should be consulted immediately if the patient experience irregular heartbeats, bluish limbs, swelling/numbness/tingling of hand and feet, mood swings, breathing problem, sudden weight gain and excessive thirst and urination.
Drug Interaction
Doctors should be informed of all the prescription and non prescription medications that you are using before starting with Tenormin [atenolol]. Tenormin [atenolol] should be taken with cautions with following medicine:
• Allergy medicines, clonidine, disopyramide, amiodarone, digoxin or MAO inhibitors
• All diabetes medication or heart medicines like procardia or adalat
• Diet pills, cough and cold medications, drugs for treating breathing problems and other stimulant medicines.
• BP medicines, non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs, alpha blockers and calcium channel blockers
Uses
Tenormin [atenolol] is a beta blocker that is used for curing high blood pressure, angina or chest plane and can be used immediately after heart attack to improve the chances of survival. By reducing BP is helps in preventing heart attacks, kidney problems and chances of strokes. This medicine can be used for curing irregular heartbeats, heart failure, prevent tremors and also to cure migraine.
Other Uses
Atenolol is also used sometimes to prevent migraine headaches and to treat alcohol withdrawal, heart failure, and irregular heartbeat. Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition.
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Storage
Tenormin [atenolol] should be stored at a room temperature of 20-25 degree Celsius away from light and moisture. The medicine should be kept away from pet and children. Tenormin [atenolol] should not be stored in bathroom.
Precaution
Tenormin [atenolol] should be taken with caution by users:
• Allergic to atenolol or suffer from any heart ailments
• Are diabetic, having low blood pressure, bronchitis, asthma or have sick sinus syndrome
• Suffer from depression and have kidney or liver disorder,
• Have thyroid problem, depression, myasthenia gravis and Raynaud’s syndrome
• Tenormin [atenolol] should not be used by pregnant ladies and feeding mothers
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