Atenolol + Nifedipine is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Atenolol + Nifedipine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Atenolol + Nifedipine 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 + Nifedipine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Atenolol + Nifedipine safe for pregnant women?
Atenolol + Nifedipine has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Atenolol + Nifedipine without medical advice.
Is the use of Atenolol + Nifedipine safe during breastfeeding?
Atenolol + Nifedipine 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 Atenolol + Nifedipine on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Atenolol + Nifedipine on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Atenolol + Nifedipine on the Liver?
Atenolol + Nifedipine is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Atenolol + Nifedipine on the Heart?
Information about safety of Atenolol + Nifedipine for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Atenolol + Nifedipine 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 + Nifedipine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atenolol + Nifedipine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Atenolol + Nifedipine is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Atenolol + Nifedipine
Taking Atenolol + Nifedipine with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atenolol + Nifedipine
Information about the interaction of Atenolol + Nifedipine and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Atenolol + Nifedipine 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.
Rarely, Atenolol + Nifedipine causes joint pain. Its incident is not known. However, if you experience intense joint pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take some rest even after that it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Atenolol + Nifedipine may cause weight gain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. The exact cause of weight gain is not known. However, if you are experiencing rapid weight gain after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Take Atenolol + Nifedipine 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 + Nifedipine 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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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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