Atenolol 50 MG Tablet

Manufacturer:

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition:

Atenolol

Prescription:

Not Required

What are the interactions for Atenolol 50 MG Tablet?

At whatever point you take in excess of one medicine, or mix it with specific foods or beverages, you're in danger of a drug interaction. 

Interaction with Disease 

Asthma Major 

Atenolol 50 MG Tablet ought not be utilized in patients experiencing bronchial asthma or some other lung maladies. Illuminate the specialist on the off chance that you had any history of lung sicknesses or family ancestry of lung infection. Portion modifications or a substitute medicine ought to be considered dependent on the clinical condition. 

Bradyarrhythmia/AV Block Major 

Atenolol 50 MG Tablet or other beta blockers are not suggested in the patients with Sinus Bradyarrhythmia or heart square more prominent than the principal degree. Advise the specialist on the off chance that you have any heart ailments or family ancestry of heart sicknesses. A substitute medicine ought to be considered dependent on the clinical condition. 

Glaucoma Moderate 

Atenolol 50 MG Tablet ought to be regulated with alert in a patient experiencing Glaucoma. It might additionally bring down the weight in the eye. 

Interaction with Alcohol 

Liquor Moderate 

Utilization of liquor ought to be kept away from while taking this medicine, particularly when you begin taking the medicine or a change its measurement. Indications like migraine, tipsiness, change in heartbeat or pulse ought to be accounted for to the specialist. 

Interaction with Lab Test 

Lab 

Data not accessible. 

Interaction with Food 

Sustenance 

Data not accessible. 

Interaction with Medicine 

Alprazolam Moderate 

You may encounter hypotensive effects like wooziness, dizziness if these medicines are utilized together. Customary checking of circulatory strain is vital. Portion changes or a substitute medicine ought to be considered under the specialist's supervision. 

Theophylline Major 

Concurrent utilization of these medicines isn't suggested as it builds the impact of theophylline. Indications of queasiness or heaving, tremors, fretfulness ought to be accounted for to the specialist. Portion changes or a substitute medicine ought to be considered under the specialist's supervision. 

Calcium channel blockers Major 

Utilization of Atenolol 50 MG Tablet with calcium channel blockers like Diltiazem, Verapamil may build the danger of side effects. Side effects like weariness, migraine, blacking out, an expansion in weight and chest torment ought to be accounted for to the specialist. Portion alterations or a substitute medicine ought to be considered under the specialist's supervision.

Where is the Atenolol 50 MG Tablet approved?

India

United States

Japan

What are the dosage instructions?

Missed Dose instructions

If you miss a dose of Atenolol 50 MG Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If its almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose instructions

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

What are the substitutes for Atenolol 50 MG Tablet?

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Atenolol 50 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.

Quinoten 50 MG Tablet

Novartis India Ltd

Teno 50 MG Tablet

Ipca Laboratories Pvt Ltd.

Odinol 50 MG Tablet

Alembic Ltd

Betanol 50 MG Tablet

Unichem Laboratories Ltd

K Carb 25Mg Tablet

Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd

Key highlights of Atenolol 50 MG Tablet

How long is the duration of effect?

This medicine is excreted in urine and feces. The effect lasts for a duration of 12 to 24 hours.

What is the onset of action?

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 2 to 4 hours.

Are there any pregnancy warnings?

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Use under the supervision of the doctor, only if clinical condition clearly requires the use of this medicine.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Use only if clearly needed under the doctor's supervision. Monitoring of blood pressure and blood glucose levels is necessary.

What are the side effects of Atenolol 50 MG Tablet?

In addition to its intended effect, Atenolol 50 MG Tablet may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Blurred vision Major Common

Difficulty in breathing Major Common

Sweating Major Common

Cold hands or feet Major Common

Anxiety Major Less Common

Chest pain Major Less Common

Dizziness Major Less Common

Decrease in frequency of urination Major Rare

Increased thirst Major Rare

Loss of appetite Minor Common

Trouble sleeping Minor Common

Diarrhea Minor Less Common

What are the contraindications of Atenolol 50 MG Tablet?

Allergy

Avoid if you have a known history of allergy to Atenolol 50 MG Tablet or any other medicines belonging to the group Beta Blockers.

Cardiogenic shock

Atenolol 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients suffering from cardiogenic shock.

Heart block greater than first degree

Atenolol 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients having a heart block greater than first degree.

Sinus Bradycardia

Atenolol 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients suffering from Bradycardia.

When is Atenolol 50 MG Tablet prescribed?

Hypertension

Atenolol 50 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Hypertension which is an increase in the blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.

Angina Pectoris

Atenolol 50 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Angina Pectoris which is a type of heart disease characterized by chest pain caused due to emotional stress and smoking.

Myocardial Infarction

Atenolol 50 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Myocardial Infarction which is a type of heart disease caused due to blockage of blood flow to the heart muscle.

About Atenolol 50 MG Tablet

Atenolol 50 MG Tablet is known to be a beta blocker, that is, the drug backs off the impact of some synthetic that happen normally in the body, for example epinephrine, in order to upgrade the capacity of the heart and veins. The drug viably brings down pulse and in addition pulse, in this manner causing less strain on the muscle. Atenolol 50 MG Tablet is by and large recommended to those patients experiencing (hypertension) and angina (chest torment). The medicine ought to be taken according to measurement on the prescription. Over measurement of the drug can prompt complexities. Contingent upon the influences the drug has on a patient, the specialist may make varieties to the measurements. At first the specialist may recommend around 50 mg of Atenolol 50 MG Tablet, expanding it to 100 mg or more as and when required. The drug is taken orally and is accessible either in a case or a tablet. Specialists by and large exhort that Atenolol 50 MG Tablet ought not be ceased all of a sudden as it can additionally intensify the side effects of the drug. Coming up next are a couple of normal side effects of Atenolol 50 MG Tablet- 

  • fatigue and unsteadiness 
  • feeling discouraged or down 
  • breathing problems 

On the off chance that you encounter chest torment or a cool sensation in your feet and hands or experience uneven heartbeat, make a point to get restorative guide promptly. 

It is likewise exhorted that people with a genuine heart issue, for example an AV square or coronary heart condition, asthma, thyroid issue, kidney disappointment, liver problems, hypersensitivities and in addition diabetes ought to counsel the specialist about their current wellbeing conditions before beginning Atenolol 50 MG Tablet. The equivalent goes for pregnant ladies and bosom sustaining moms, as utilization of the medicine may negatively affect the tyke. The drug is intended for people over the age of 18 just, accordingly it isn't fitting for kids,

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