Tenormin 50mg

Product Information

Product Name

Tenormin 50mg

Product Description

Brand

ICI Pakistan Limited

Prescription

Required

Uses

Hypertension, Angina, Beta blocking Agent

Composition

Tenormin 50mg tablet is composed of Atenolol (50mg)

Contains

14 tablet(s)/Pack

Pack Size

1x14's tablet

Overview

Introduction

Tenormin tablets contain atenolol in it which is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers are class of medications that are

meant for reducing blood pressure. They act by blocking the effect of natural hormone in the body i.e.

epinephrine/adrenaline. Therefore, Tenormin tablets are used for effectively treating conditions like hypertension

(high blood pressure), arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat), & angina (heart-related chest pain). It is also indicated in

prevention of future heart attacks, strokes & migraines.

Key Features

The tablet contains atenolol as the active ingredient

Atenolol acts by blocking action of epinephrine hormone on heart & blood vessels

Indicated for lowering high blood pressure

Used in treatment of chest pain & irregular heartbeat

Prevents strokes (blood supply to brain interrupted), kidney problems & heart attacks

Improves survival after heart attack

Relieves symptoms produced by hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland)

Uses

The tablet contains atenolol as the active ingredient

Atenolol acts by blocking action of epinephrine hormone on heart & blood vessels

Indicated for lowering high blood pressure

Used in treatment of chest pain & irregular heartbeat

Prevents strokes (blood supply to brain interrupted), kidney problems & heart attacks

Improves survival after heart attack

Relieves symptoms produced by hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland)

Side Effects

Its side effects occur for a short period & are mild. Side effects like fatigue, dizziness, diarrhea (loose motion),

nausea, & slow heart rate can occur. Some people can also have low blood pressure & shortness of breath (SOB).

Consult doctor/pharmacist if condition worsens.

How To Use

For oral administration i.e. via the mouth only

Dose in adults depends upon the severity of condition, however, it can 50mg once a day dose or 100mg once a day dose

Swallow the whole tablet with full glass of water

In case a dose is missed, then take it as soon as you remember on the same day. However, if next day has arrived, then take only that day’s dose and don’t double it.

Always ask pharmacist or doctor about the instructions of taking a medicine.

Tenormin can be taken either with or without food.

Take it at the same time each day for best effect

Complete the full prescribed course of therapy

Why Choose Tenormin 50mg

Tenormin is chosen as it contains atenolol in it, which is most effective for reducing high blood pressure,

arrythmias & chest pain. It can be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is known to be very

helpful for preventing future heart attacks, strokes, and migraine episodes.

Effective For

Tenormin is chosen as it contains atenolol in it, which is most effective for reducing high blood pressure,

arrythmias & chest pain. It can be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is known to be very

helpful for preventing future heart attacks, strokes, and migraine episodes.

Benefits

In management of high blood pressure

In management of angina pectoris (chest pain or discomfort due to heart disease)

In management of cardiac arrythmias (irregular heartbeat)

In management of heart attack

Storage

Store the medicine at room temperature. Keep it away from the source of heat or direct sunlight.

Disposal

Do not flush or pour the medicine in drainage unless said otherwise by the doctor. Ask doctor for proper and safe discard of Tenormin tablet

Faqs

Can you use 2 atenolol 50mg tablets in a day?

Atenolol can be taken once or twice in a day as prescribed by the doctor or pharmacist. Preferred is to take at nighttime as tablet can make you dizzy

How soon does Tenormin start working?

Tenormin starts working within 2 to 4 hours of taking the dose, however, you start seeing results after one or two weeks

How to properly take Tenormin tablet?

Tenormin should be taken with water either before or after a meal. However, apple juice & orange juice tend to prevent body from absorbing atenolol so avoid drinking them

Which foods to avoid with beta blockers?

Avoid eating too much potassium which can be found in bananas, papaya, avocado, tomato & kale.

Can atenolol be used in anxiety?

It is known to be well-tolerated & effective among people suffering from anxiety disorders.

Instructions

Inform doctor of all medicines whether over the counter (like vitamins or herbal supplements etc.) or prescription medicines like calcium channel blockers (verapamil or diltiazem), dihydropyridines, digitalis glycosides, anti-arrhythmic medicines, insulin, or oral antidiabetic medicines etc. and various other medications, before using Tenormin tablet

Inform doctor of all pre-existing disease conditions or health issues like kidney problem, heart rhythm problems (e.g. second or third degree atrioventricular block, slow heartbeat), asthma/chronic bronchitis/emphysema (breathing problems), blood circulation problems (e.g. peripheral vascular disease or Raynaud’s disease), myasthenia gravis (muscle disease), or heart failure that you may be suffering from, before taking Tenormin tablet

It can make you dizzy or drowsy, so do not drive or perform other high-alert activities

Limit or avoid alcohol consumption with Tenormin use

Warnings

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medicine

Lactation

This medicine is not recommended for use in nursing females. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Driving

Avoid driving or any other high alert activities.

Liver

Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Kidney

Caution is advised in patients with pre-existing kidney diseases. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Alcohol

Avoid alcohol consumption when using this medicine.

Precautions

Tenormin together with other beta blockers shouldn’t be used in conditions like cardiogenic shock, uncontrolled

heart failure, sick sinus syndrome (inability of heart's natural pacemaker to create heart rate), metabolic acidosis

(serious electrolyte disorder), second or third degree heart block, untreated pheochromocytoma (rare

noncancerous tumor in adrenal gland), hypotension, bradycardia (decrease heart rate), & severe peripheral

arterial circulatory disturbances. Inform doctor of its use before going for any surgery. Inform doctor of all

medicines whether over the counter (like vitamins or herbal supplements etc.) or prescription medicines like

calcium channel blockers (verapamil or diltiazem), dihydropyridines, digitalis glycosides, anti-arrhythmic

medicines, insulin, or oral antidiabetic medicines etc. and various other medications, before using Tenormin

tablet. Tenormin tablets should not be used in pregnant females & lactating mothers as it is unsafe. Not for use

in children