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Anol 100 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. The alternative uses of Anol 100 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Anol 100 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Anol 100 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Cold hands. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Anol 100 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Anol 100 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Anol 100 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Anol 100 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Anol 100 Tablet related warnings section.
Anol 100 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Anol 100 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Anol 100 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Anol 100 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Anol 100 Tablet 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 Anol 100 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Anol 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Anol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Anol 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Anol may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Anol should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Anol 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Anol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Anol 100 Tablet on the Liver?
Information about safety of Anol for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Anol 100 Tablet on the Heart?
Anol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Anol 100 Tablet 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 Anol 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anol 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Anol 100 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Anol 100 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Anol 100 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Anol 100 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anol 100 Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Anol 100 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anol 100 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Anol 100 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
No, Anol is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Anol 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 Anol 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.
Anol contains atenolol which is presumed to work through multiple mechanisms. It reduces blood pressure and slows down the fast heartbeat by blocking the influx of calcium ions and binding to certain receptors (beta-adrenoceptors) in the smooth muscles of heart which prevent the effects of adrenaline and noradrenaline that also contributes in decreasing myocardial (heart) oxygen demand.
Yes, Anol might cause constipation in a few cases only. The exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tenormin® (atenolol)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 149
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 197-198
