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Atenij 50 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. The alternative uses of Atenij 50 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Atenij 50 Mg Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Atenij 50 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Cold hands. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Atenij 50 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Atenij 50 Mg 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.
It is also important to note that Atenij 50 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Atenij 50 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Atenij 50 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Atenij 50 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma are examples of such conditions. The section on Atenij 50 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Atenij 50 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Atenij 50 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Atenij 50 Mg 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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Is the use of Atenij 50 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Atenij has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Atenij without medical advice.
Is the use of Atenij 50 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Atenij should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atenij 50 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Atenij may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Atenij 50 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Atenij on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Atenij 50 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Atenij is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atenij 50 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atenij 50 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Atenij 50 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Atenij 50 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Atenij 50 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Atenij 50 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atenij 50 Mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Atenij 50 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atenij 50 Mg Tablet
Consuming Atenij 50 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, sometimes Atenij 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.
Atenij 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.
Yes, Atenij is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as headache, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Take Atenij 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.
Atenij 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.
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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
