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Lonol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Angina, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Lonol have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Lonol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Lonol include Blurred vision, Cold hands. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lonol as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lonol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lonol is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Lonol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma must refrain from the use of Lonol since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Lonol contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Lonol may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Lonol is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lonol 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 Lonol safe for pregnant women?
Lonol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Lonol safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Lonol may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lonol should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Lonol on the Kidneys?
Lonol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lonol on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Lonol on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Lonol on the Heart?
Side effects of Lonol rarely affect the heart.
Lonol 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 Lonol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lonol habit forming or addictive?
Lonol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lonol. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Lonol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lonol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lonol
Taking Lonol with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lonol
Consuming Lonol with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, sometimes Lonol 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.
Lonol 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.
Take Lonol 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.
Rarely, Lonol causes hair loss (alopecia). However, the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown but it is presumed that it occurs because of thinning of the hairs which weakens their strength. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then do discuss it with your doctor.
Lonol 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
