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What is atenolol ?
This is a beta blockers anti hypertensive drug and prescribed for hypertensive patient .
It is available oral as well as intravenous injections ( injections are reserved only for emergency treatment for cardiac arrhythmias and in
acute myocardial infarction or
heart attack in layman terms ).
Orally dosage are as adults :25 100 mg daily as a single dose , depending on response .
Takes 1-2 weeks for full effects to be observed .
Also advise for
angina pectoris and prophylaxis of migraine ( 50 -100 mg ).
Side effects are:
bronchospasm. cold extremities , fatigue, dizziness , lethragy, insomnia , confusion, headache , depression , nightmares, nausea, diarrhea , constipation, impotence ,
paraesthesia ,
heart failure 2nd 7 3rd degree A V block ( if prolong use ).
Side effects varies from person to person.
Hope this will help you .
Good luck.