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Atenolol + Chlorthalidone is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Atenolol + Chlorthalidone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Atenolol + Chlorthalidone is used to treat the following -
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 Atenolol + Chlorthalidone is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Atenolol + Chlorthalidone safe for pregnant women?
Atenolol + Chlorthalidone has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Atenolol + Chlorthalidone safe during breastfeeding?
Atenolol + Chlorthalidone has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atenolol + Chlorthalidone on the Kidneys?
Atenolol + Chlorthalidone rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Atenolol + Chlorthalidone on the Liver?
Atenolol + Chlorthalidone is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Atenolol + Chlorthalidone on the Heart?
Atenolol + Chlorthalidone has very mild side effects on the heart.
Atenolol + Chlorthalidone 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 Atenolol + Chlorthalidone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atenolol + Chlorthalidone habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Atenolol + Chlorthalidone.
Interaction between Food and Atenolol + Chlorthalidone
When consumed with certain foods, Atenolol + Chlorthalidone may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atenolol + Chlorthalidone
Consuming Atenolol + Chlorthalidone with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Atenolol + Chlorthalidone 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 Atenolol + Chlorthalidone 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.
Take Atenolol + Chlorthalidone 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.
Yes, Atenolol + Chlorthalidone 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.
Rarely, Atenolol + Chlorthalidone 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Thalitone ® (chlorthalidone)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 583-584
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 446-448