Buy Atenolol
Atenolol
(Tenoretic, Tenormin)
Why is this medication prescribed?
Atenolol is used to treat high blood
pressure. It also is used to prevent angina (chest pain) and heart attacks.
It works by relaxing your blood vessels so your heart doesn't have to pump
as hard.
This medication is sometimes prescribed for
other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
How should this medicine be used?
Atenolol comes as a tablet to take by mouth.
It usually is taken once or twice a day. Follow the directions on your
prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain
any part you do not understand. Take atenolol exactly as directed. Do not
take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your
doctor.
Atenolol helps control your condition but
will not cure it. Continue to take atenolol even if you feel well. Do not
stop taking atenolol without talking to your doctor.
Other uses for this medicine
Atenolol also is used to treat alcohol
withdrawal. Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this drug
for your condition.
What special precautions should I follow?
Before taking atenolol,
• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to atenolol or any
other drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription
medications you are taking, especially medications for migraine headaches,
asthma, allergies, colds, or pain; other medications for heart or high blood
pressure; reserpine; and vitamins.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had asthma or other lung
disease; diabetes; severe allergies; thyroid problems; or heart, liver, or
kidney disease.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are
breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking atenolol, call your
doctor immediately.
• you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or
operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
• remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Talk to your doctor before using salt substitutes containing potassium. If
your doctor prescribes a low-salt or low-sodium diet, follow these
directions carefully.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost
time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular
dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
What side effects can this medication cause?
Although side effects from atenolol are not
common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe
or do not go away:
• dizziness
• lightheadedness
• excessive tiredness
• cold hands and feet
• upset stomach
• diarrhea
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor
immediately:
• shortness of breath or wheezing
• swelling of the feet and lower legs
• sudden weight gain
• chest pain
What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of
reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat
and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is
outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper
disposal of your medication.
In case of emergency/overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at
1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local
emergency services at 911.
Symptoms of overdose may include:
• lack of energy
• difficulty breathing
• wheezing
• slow heartbeat
• fainting
• swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
• unusual weight gain
• shakiness
• dizziness
• rapid heartbeat
• sweating or confusion
• blurred vision
• headache
• numbness or tingling of the mouth
• weakness
• excessive tiredness
• pale color
• sudden hunger
What other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor and
the laboratory. Your blood pressure should be checked regularly to determine
your response to atenolol. Your doctor may ask you to check your pulse
(heart rate). Ask your pharmacist or doctor to teach you how to take your
pulse. If your pulse is faster or slower than it should be, call your
doctor.
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any
questions you have about refilling your prescription.
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