Atenolol
Atenolol 25MG
What is Atenolol?
Atenolol is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain, and to help improve survival after a heart attack. It works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing the heart rate, which helps improve blood flow.Side Effects
- Chest pain that may spread to your arms, jaw, back, or neck, trouble breathing, nausea, unusual sweating
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat
Warnings
- It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
- Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, kidney disease, pheochromocytoma, diabetes, or an overactive thyroid. Tell your doctor if you have a history of allergies, or if you are scheduled to have surgery. Tell your doctor if you have heart failure or had a heart attack. Tell your doctor if you are fasting (including surgery, not eating regularly, vomiting).
- This medicine may cause the following problems:New or worsening heart failureIncreased risk for hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and cover up the symptoms of low blood sugar (including fast heartbeat)
- Do not stop using this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor, or you could develop life-threatening heart problems.
- This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
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- Chest pain that may spread to your arms, jaw, back, or neck, trouble breathing, nausea, unusual sweating
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat
- Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
- Shaking, trembling, hunger, confusion
- Trouble breathing, cold sweat, bluish-colored skin
- It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
- Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, kidney disease, pheochromocytoma, diabetes, or an overactive thyroid. Tell your doctor if you have a history of allergies, or if you are scheduled to have surgery. Tell your doctor if you have heart failure or had a heart attack. Tell your doctor if you are fasting (including surgery, not eating regularly, vomiting).
- This medicine may cause the following problems:New or worsening heart failureIncreased risk for hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and cover up the symptoms of low blood sugar (including fast heartbeat)
- Do not stop using this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor, or you could develop life-threatening heart problems.
- This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
- Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine, especially before you have any type of surgery.
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
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Atenolol 25MG
What is Atenolol ?
Atenolol is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain, and to help improve survival after a heart attack. It works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing the heart rate, which helps improve blood flow.
Atenolol is a medication that is often prescribed for managing high blood pressure and chest pain, known as angina. It can also be used to help improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a group of medications called beta blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and slowing down the heart rate, which helps to improve blood flow and lower blood pressure. While atenolol can effectively control these conditions, it does not cure them. It may take some time for you to feel the full benefits of the medication, so it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Some common side effects of atenolol include dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting, especially when getting up quickly from a lying position. This is more likely to happen when you first start taking the medication. It is also important to be aware that atenolol may affect blood sugar levels and could mask symptoms of low blood sugar. Always follow your prescriber's directions regarding how to take atenolol, and discuss any concerns or symptoms you may experience with your doctor. Your healthcare provider will determine the right dose for you based on your individual needs.
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