What is Tenormin Used for?
Tenormin (Atenolol) is a medication used to treat angina related chest pain and high blood pressure or hypertension. Tenormin (Atenolol) can also be sued to treat or prevent heart attacks. Tenormin (Atenolol) is classed as a beta-block which affects the heart and circulation; the flow of blood through arteries and veins.
How should Tenormin be stored?
Tenormin (Atenolol) should be stored away from moisture and heat at room temperature.
General Information
How should I take Tenormin?
Take Tenormin (Atenolol) as recommended by your doctor and prescribed on your prescription. Take Tenormin (Atenolol) with a full class of water at the same time each day. Take the medication consistently, if you stop, it may worsen your condition. Ensure that your doctor is checking your blood pressure on a regular basis. If you require any surgery, make sure that your surgeon is aware that you are taking Tenormin (Atenolol); you may need to stop taking atenlol in some cases. Treatment will require changes in diet, exercise, and weight control in addition to taking Tenormin (Atenolol). Keep taking the medication even if you think you are free of your symptoms.
When should Tenormin not be taken?
Do not take Tenormin (Atenolol) if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in it or if you have a heart condition such as slow heartbeats or heart block. Before you take Tenormin (Atenolol), tell your doctor if you have: asthma, bronchitis, emphysema; liver or kidney disease; a thyroid disorder; myasthenia gravis; pheochromocytoma; diabetes; low blood pressure; a heart problem such as heart block, sick sinus syndrome, slow heart rate, or congestive heart failure; depression; or problems with circulation (such as Raynaud's syndrome).
What precautions should I follow when taking Tenormin?
Be care ful when driving or performing a task that requires alertness because Tenormin (Atenolol) side effects may impair reaction speed and thinking. Do not drink alcohol when taking Tenormin (Atenolol).
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Tenormin?
If you think you have overdosed on Tenormin (Atenolol), seek medical attention immediately. Over dose symptoms may include may include: uneven heartbeats, shortness of breath, bluish-colored fingernails, dizziness, weakness, fainting, or seizure (convulsions).
What are the side effects of Tenormin?
If you are having an allergic reaction such as: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat; seek medical attention immediately. Other serious Tenormin (Atenolol) side effects may include slow or uneven heartbeats; feeling light-headed, fainting; feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion; swelling of your ankles or feet; nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); depression; or cold feeling in your hands and feet.
Less serious side effects for Tenormin (Atenolol) can be: decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm; sleep problems (insomnia); tired feeling; or anxiety, nervousness.
Other: None.
