Atenolol Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Atenolol side effects include impotence, general fatigue, dizziness, loss of libido, and nausea. Rare Atenolol side effects may include constipation, depression, diarrhea, dizziness upon standing up, drowsiness, light-headedness, tiredness, vertigo, and wheezing.

Atenolol Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Atenolol side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.

Atenolol is a type of drug known as a Beta-Blocker. Atenolol is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), angina (chest pain), and heart attack and also migraine headaches and anxiety. Beta-blockers like Atenolol do not cure high blood pressure, they simply keeps it under control by blocking nerve impulses, which slows the heart rate. Treatment with Atenolol can be life long. Atenolol should be taken regularly for it to be effective. It may be several weeks before you get the full benefit of Atenolol.

ATENOLOL OVERDOSE

Atenolol overdose symptoms may include congestive heart failure, low blood pressure, low blood sugar, slow heartbeat, sluggishness, weakness and wheezing. In case of Atenolol overdose, seek medical attention right away. If you miss a dose of Atenolol, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose of Atenolol.

Atenolol Warning

Atenolol must not be stopped abruptly. That could cause heart attack, stroke or even death. Prescribed dose should be reduced gradually over 1-2 weeks. Do not miss any doses. If you miss a dose, take the dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time of your next scheduled dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take 2 doses at the same time.

Atenolol Caution

Talk to your physician if you have asthma, seasonal allergies, other bronchial condition, heart problems, kidney disease, liver disease, or low blood pressure before taking Atenolol. Do not miss any doses. If you miss a dose, take the dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time of your next scheduled dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take 2 doses at the same time.

Atenolol Interactions

Tell your doctor about any medicine or herbs you are taking. Following drugs interacts with Atenolol:
Ampicillin

Antacids

Aspirin or aspirin containing drugs.

Blood pressure drugs

Calcium supplements

Ephedra

Ginseng

Insulin

Other diabetes drugs such as Quinidine

Saw palmetto.

Atenolol and Pregnancy

As with any drug, inform your physician if you are pregnant or nursing. Pregnant women who took Atenolol had infants with lower birth weights and low blood pressure. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while on Atenolol.

Atenolol Doses

ADULTS

The usual starting dose range from 25- 50 mg a day. Full effects could take couple of weeks. Dosage may be increased to a maximum of 100 milligrams per day in one dose. Your physician may use this medication with any other high blood pressure drug. Atenolol can be taken with or without food.

CHILDREN
The safety and effectiveness of Atenolol has not been established in children.

SENIORS
Your doctor will determine the dosage.
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