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Olate 50 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Other than this, Olate 50 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Olate 50 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Olate 50 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Cold hands. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Olate 50 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Olate 50 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olate 50 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Olate 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Olate 50 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Olate 50 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Olate 50 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Olate 50 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olate 50 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olate 50 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Olate 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olate has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Olate without medical advice.
Is the use of Olate 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Olate. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Olate 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Olate on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Olate 50 Tablet on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Olate on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Olate 50 Tablet on the Heart?
Olate is rarely harmful for the heart.
Olate 50 Tablet 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 Olate 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olate 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olate 50 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Olate 50 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Olate 50 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olate 50 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olate 50 Tablet
Olate 50 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olate 50 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Olate 50 Tablet can be dangerous.
Take Olate 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.
Yes, sometimes Olate 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.
Olate 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.
Yes, Olate 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.
No, Olate 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.
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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
