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Atenolol 100 mg Tablets
What Atenolol Tablets are used for
• Treat high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Treat uneven heart beats (arrhythmias)
• Help prevent chest pain characterized by a painful feeling of tightness in the chest (angina pectoris)
• Protect the heart in the early treatment after a heart attack (myocardial infarction)
Do not take Atenolol Tablets
• If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Atenolol or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
• If you have ever had any of the following heart problems:
o heart failure which is not under control
o second- or third-degree heart block
o very slow or very uneven heart beats, very low blood pressure or very poor circulation
o If you have a tumor called pheochromocytoma that is not being treated
o If you have higher than normal levels of acid in your blood
Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor before taking Atenolol tablets if:
• You have asthma, wheezing or any other similar breathing problems, or you get allergic reactions, for example to insect stings.
• You have a type of chest pain.
• You have poor blood circulation or controlled heart failure.
• You have first-degree heart block.
• You have diabetes.
Possible side effects
Stop taking Atenolol tablets if you notice any of the following serious side effects:
• Allergic reactions.
• An abnormal heartbeat, feeling dizzy, tired or fainting.
• Shortness of breath or having swollen ankles
Other medicines and Atenolol Tablets
You must consult your doctor if you are planning to combine Atenolol tablets with the medicines listed below:
• Clonidine
• Verapamil, diltiazem and nifedipine
• Disopyramide, quinidine or amiodarone
• Digoxin
• Adrenaline, also known as epinephrine
• Ibuprofen or indomethacin
• Insulin or medicines that you take by mouth for diabetes.
• Medicines to treat nose or sinus congestion or other cold remedies.
How to take Atenolol Tablets
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
The usual quantity for adults is 100 mg once a day
• Certain types of chest pain (angina pectoris)
The usual quantity for adults is 50–100 mg once a day
• Certain heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias)
The usual quantity for adults is 50–100 mg once a day
How to store Atenolol Tablets
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Do not store above 25°C. Store in a dry place.
• Do not use your tablets after the expiry date stated on the label or carton.
• Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.