Aten, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Angina, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Aten has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Aten depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Aten are Blurred vision, Cold hands. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aten as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Aten are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Aten is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Aten's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Aten related warnings section.
Aten can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Aten in conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma. Some other conditions that can be affected by Aten are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Aten with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Aten is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Aten is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aten is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Aten safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Aten. If you are pregnant, do not take Aten without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Aten safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Aten. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Aten on the Kidneys?
Aten may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aten on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Aten on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Aten will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Aten on the Heart?
Side effects of Aten rarely affect the heart.
Aten should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aten unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aten habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Aten has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Aten. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Aten is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Aten for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aten
Taking Aten with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aten
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Aten as it can have severe side effects.
No, Aten should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because suddenly discontinuing of this drug can cause chest pain, irregular heartbeat, and heart attack. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Aten is a brand name of atenolol and it is available in the form of a tablet. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as beta-blockers (beta1-selective (cardioselective) adrenoreceptor blocking agent). It is used for the management of hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic stable angina (chest pain) and acute myocardial infarction.
Take Aten as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
Rarely, Aten causes hair loss (alopecia). However, the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown but it is presumed that it occurs because of thinning of the hairs which weakens their strength. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Aten and enalapril can be taken together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with enalapril then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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