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Anten Benefits & Uses

Anten is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Angina
High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Anten Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Anten Related Warnings

Is the use of Anten safe for pregnant women?

Anten should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Anten safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Anten. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Anten on the Kidneys?

Anten has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Anten on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Anten on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Anten on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Anten on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Anten with Other Drugs

Anten should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amifostine

Amiodarone

Ampicillin

Cabergoline

Glibenclamide (Glyburide)

Charcoal

Clonidine

Dipyridamole

Gliclazide

Moderate

Duloxetine

Ergotamine

Felodipine

Fentanyl

Anten Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anten unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Low Blood Pressure
Hyperthyroidism
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Glaucoma
Myasthenia Gravis
Tachycardia

Frequently asked Questions about Anten

Is this Anten habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Anten is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Anten. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Anten should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Anten for mental disorders.

No

Anten Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Anten

Taking Anten with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Anten

Taking Anten with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Anten

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Anten for sleep?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Anten is not approved for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness). Hence you are advised not to take this drug by yourself to induce sleep.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Anten work?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Anten 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can i take Anten and enalapril together?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Anten 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Anten cause cough?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, sometimes Anten might cause cough reflex. It occurs due to bronchoconstrictive (narrowing of the airways) effect of this drug. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive coughing after taking this drug then you are advised to consult with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Anten cause depression?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Rarely, Anten causes depression. However, the exact cause of depression is not known. If you experiencing insomnia, persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.