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Angitol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Other than this, Angitol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Angitol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Angitol include Blurred vision, Cold hands. While these are the most often observed Angitol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Angitol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Angitol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Angitol related warnings talks about Angitol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Angitol is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Angitol contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Angitol with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Angitol is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Angitol 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 Angitol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Angitol safe for pregnant women?
Angitol has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Angitol without medical advice.
Is the use of Angitol safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Angitol. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Angitol on the Kidneys?
Angitol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Angitol on the Liver?
Information about safety of Angitol for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Angitol on the Heart?
Angitol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Angitol 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 Angitol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Angitol habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Angitol has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Angitol as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Angitol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Angitol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Angitol
When consumed with certain foods, Angitol may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Angitol
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Angitol as it can have severe side effects.
Angitol 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.
No, Angitol is not approved for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness). Hence you are advised not to take this drug by yourself to induce sleep.
Yes, Angitol may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
No, Angitol 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.
Take Angitol once or twice in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because of the presence of food does not affect its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, thyrotoxicosis, and improper liver or kidney function.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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