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Depten Information

Depten is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Depten have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Depten is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Depten include Blurred vision, Cold hands. While these are the most often observed Depten side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Depten go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Depten's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Depten's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Depten can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Depten in conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma. Other contraindications of Depten have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Depten may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Depten, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Depten Benefits & Uses
Depten Dosage & How to Take
Depten Side Effects
Depten Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Depten with Other Drugs
Depten Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Depten
Depten Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Depten Benefits & Uses

Depten is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Depten 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: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 70 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mg atenolol and 20 mg nifedipine per capsule
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 70 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mg atenolol and 20 mg nifedipine per capsule

Depten Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Depten is used -

Severe

Ankle Swelling

Moderate

Wheezing
Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema

Mild

Headache
Fatigue
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Diarrhoea
Drowsiness
Flushing
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Common

Blurred vision
Cold hands

Depten Related Warnings

Is the use of Depten safe for pregnant women?

Depten can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Depten safe during breastfeeding?

Depten may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Depten on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Depten on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Depten on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Depten on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Depten on the Heart?

Information about safety of Depten for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Severe Interaction of Depten with Other Drugs

Depten 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

Caffeine

Moderate

Duloxetine

Ergotamine

Felodipine

Fentanyl

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Pseudoephedrine

Depten Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Depten

Is this Depten habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Depten.

Depten Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Depten

When consumed with certain foods, Depten may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Depten

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Depten with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Depten

Question about 5 years ago

Does Depten cause joint pain?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Rarely, Depten 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Depten?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Depten 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Depten cause cough?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, sometimes Depten 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 almost 6 years ago

How does Depten work?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Depten 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 almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Depten on my own without doctors advice?

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

No, Depten 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.