Generic Name - Atenolol
Category - Antianginial, antihypertensive
Indications
Hight Blood Pressure , heart attacks.
Generic Atenolol is indicated for use alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. Atenolol (Generic Atenolol) is in a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by slowing the heart rate and relaxing the blood vessels so that the heart does not require to pump hard.
Generic for Atenolol Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Atenolol is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or prone to second and third degree heart block, manifested heart failure or cardiogenic shock.
Generic Atenolol should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
Asthma
heart related problems
diabetes
depression
thyroid disease
kidney disease
liver disease or
any type of circulatory disease
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Atenolol. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Heart medication such as nifedipine
diabetes medication
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
any respiratory medication
stomach medication
over-the counter medicines.
Generic for Atenolol Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericAtenolol
The initial dose of Generic Atenolol for Angina is 50 mg given as one tablet a day. If an optimal response is not achieved within one week, the dosage should be increased to Atenolol 100 mg given as one tablet a day. Some patients may require a dosage of 200 mg once a day for optimal effect.
Generic for Atenolol Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Atenolol side Effects include irregular heartbeat, skin rash, slow heart rate, sweating, swollen legs or ankles, tremor, shakes, vomiting and
weight loss.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Atenolol.
Generic for Atenolol and Pregnancy
Use of Generic Atenolol during pregnancy indicate harmful effects on a developing baby. This includes low birth weight and other abnormalities. It is recommended that pregnant women do not use Generic Atenolol during pregnancy.
Generic for Atenolol and Breastfeeding
Generic Atenolol is passed into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Slow heart rates in breast-fed babies have been recorded. Hence, it is not recommended to use Generic Atenolol while breastfeeding a baby.
Generic for Atenolol and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Atenolol in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Atenolol and Geriatric
There is no multiplication of adverse reactions in elderly patients with respect to the use of Generic Atenolol. However, it is best to talk to your doctor and seek medical opinion.
Note
The above information about Generic Atenolol serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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