Tenoric is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Tenoric has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Tenoric 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.
Common side effects of Tenoric include Blurred vision, Cold hands, Loss of appetite. While these are the most often observed Tenoric side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Tenoric are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Tenoric has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tenoric related warnings talks about Tenoric's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tenoric is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tenoric contraindications section.
Besides this, Tenoric may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tenoric is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Tenoric 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 Tenoric is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tenoric safe for pregnant women?
Tenoric has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Tenoric safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Tenoric for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tenoric on the Kidneys?
Tenoric may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tenoric on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Tenoric on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Tenoric on the Heart?
Side effects of Tenoric rarely affect the heart.
Tenoric 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 Tenoric unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tenoric habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tenoric is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Tenoric
When consumed with certain foods, Tenoric may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tenoric
Consuming Tenoric with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Tenoric 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.
Yes, sometimes Tenoric 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.
Rarely, Tenoric 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.
Tenoric 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.
Yes, Tenoric and enalapril can be taken together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with enalapril then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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