Generic Atenolol Description
Tenormin (Generic Atenolol) belongs to a group of drugs known as beta-blockers and these beta-blockers are known to affect the blood circulation through veins, arteries and heart.
Though this medication is used to cure chest pain (angina) and high blood pressure (hypertension), it is also used as a measure to treat heart attacks.
This medicine could be used for certain other purposes too, but as these are not mentioned in this guide, you should consult your doctor about them.How to use Atenolol
Take this medication as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take Atenolol for a longer duration or in larger amounts then suggested by your physician. Follow the instructions given on the prescription label. Take Atenolol at the same time each day to avoid missed doses and it with a glass full of water.
Atenolol Side Effects
Users of Atenolol might suffer from certain side effects. In that case, they must notify their doctors regarding the same. Seek medical advice immediately if you suffer with symptoms like uneven heartbeats, fainting, shortness of breath, exertion, nausea, depression, etc. More information on Atenolol’s side effects can be obtained from your doctor or pharmacist.Atenolol Drug Interactions
Users must disclose every single piece of information regarding their previous, current and planned medications to their respective doctors before they purchase Atenolol. This should be done to avoid Atenolol’s interaction with other medicines.
Users must notify their doctor if they are using: amiodarone (Cordarone); disopyramide (Norpace); clonidine (Catapres); digoxin (Lanoxin); allergy; heart medications (nifedipine), reserpine (Serpasil), verapamil (Calan), diltiazem (Cardizem); etc.Atenolol Overdose
You must seek medical attention immediately in case of an Atenolol overdose.
Symptoms of Atenolol overdose include shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats, dizziness, bluish colored fingernails, weakness, seizure or fainting, etc.Atenolol Missed Dose
You must take the missed dosage as soon as you remember it; but if your next dose is anything less than 8 hours away, then you must take the next dosage as scheduled and skip the missed one. Never try to make up for the missed dose by taking an extra medicine dose.