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Description
Atenolol (Tenormin) is a beta blocker.
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How to use
Consult your health care professional for dosages and take Atenolol (Tenormin) exactly as directed.
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Side Effects
If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.
Anxiety
Breathing difficulty/wheezing
Cold/tingling/numb: hands/feet
Confusion
Depression
Diarrhea
Difficulty sleeping
Dizziness/fainting spells/sweating
Headache
Increased amount of urine passed
Increased thirst
Irregular heartbeat/slow heart rate
Nausea
Nightmares
Sexual difficulties/impotence
Skin rash/ dry itching skin
Swollen legs/ankles
Tremors
Unusual tiredness
Vision changes/ dry or burning eyes
Vomiting
Weight loss
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Drug Interaction
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.
Antacids
Calcium salts
Cocaine
Diabetes Medication
Hawthorn
High Blood Pressure Medication
Medication for breathing difficulties
Medication for cold
Medication to control heart rhythm
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
Water pills
Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.
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Over Dose
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.
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Notes
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.
If you conceive whilst on a course Atenolol (Tenormin) medication inform your doctor immediately.
If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking Atenolol (Tenormin).
Do not treat yourself with any OTC medication without consulting your health care professional.
If you are suffering from diabetes Atenolol (Tenormin) medication could affect your blood sugar levels.
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Missed Dose
Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose.
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Uses
Atenolol (Tenormin) controls high bood pressure, but is not a cure for the same.
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Other Uses
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
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Storage
Store at room temperature between 58 to 86 degrees F / 15 and 30 degrees C, away from heat and moisture.
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Precaution
Do not stop taking Atenolol (Tenormin) suddenly as this may lead you to suffer from serious chest pain/heart attack or irregular heart rythym.
Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :
Asthma/bronchitis/bronchospasm
Blood vessel disease (like Raynaud's disease)
Circulation problems
Depression
Diabetes
Emphysema
History of heart attack/heart disease
Kidney disease
Muscle weakness/disease
Pheochromocytoma
Psoriasis
Thyroid disease