Atenolol Tablets 1x20s

What it is used for: Hypertension.

Indications as listed by the manufacturer: It is used • Treat high blood pressure (hypertension). • Treat uneven heart beats (arrhythmias). • Help prevent chest pain characterised by a painful feeling of tightness in the chest (angina pectoris) .

How it works: It works by changing the body’s response to some nerve impulses, especially in the heart. Atenolol decreases the heart’s need for blood and oxygen and therefore reduces the amount of work the heart has to do. It also widens the blood vessels in the body, causing blood pressure to fall. It also helps the heart beat more regularly.

Active ingredient: Atenolol.

Reported side effects: Allergic reactions , An abnormal heart beat, feeling dizzy, tired or fainting , Shortness of breath or having swollen ankles , Cold hands and feet , Diarrhoea , Feeling sick (nausea) , Feeling tired or aching and tired muscles Disturbed sleep , Mood changes , Depression , Nightmares , Feeling confused, anxious or scared , Changes in personality (psychoses) or hallucinations , Headache.

Known drug interactions: Clonidine , Verapamil, diltiazem and nifedipine , Disopyramide, quinidine or amiodarone , Digoxin , Adrenaline , Ibuprofen or indometacin , Insulin , cold remedies.

Hypertension - Adults :The usual dose of Atenolol is 50 to 100 mg daily as a single dose. This may differ depending on your condition and whether you are taking any other medicines. Your doctor will tell you exactly how much you should take. Children : 25-20mg once daily ( higher doses rarely necessary ), may be given in 2 divided doses. OR As directed by your physician .

Follow your doctor’s instructions. The dosage above is the usual range — your prescription takes precedence over it.

Active ingredient: Atenolol. Labelled strength: 100mg.

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

Manufactured by Atenolol Laboratories (Pvt) Ltd.. Country of origin: Switzerland.