Uses of Atenolol

Atenolol is used to treat high blood pressure and arrhythmias (uneven heart beats). It can also be used to prevent angina (chest pain) and protect the heart in the initial treatment after a heart attack. 

Therapeutic Category

Atenolol: Beta-blockers

How Atenolol works

Atenolol works by works by blocking chemical mediators which lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Common side effects of Atenolol

• nausea, vomiting
• diarrhoea
• stomach cramps
• constipation
• slow heart rate
• tiredness
• coldness/blueness of fingers

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor:

• In case of accidental overdosage
• If you experience, any signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, or throat which can lead to difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
• If you experience liver problems like yellowing of skin or whites of eyes
• If you experience worsening of heart problems
• If you experience bruising or bleeding from nose and gums

Health Tips for Atenolol

• You should take this medicine with a full glass of water and not with alcohol or grapefruit juice, as this can potentiate side effects
• Regular exercise, walking and having a healthy diet helps