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Atenolol

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The generic name of this medication is Atenolol and brand name is Tenormin.

The active ingredient of this medication is Atenolol and inactive ingredient is Magnesium Stearate.

Atenolol is manufactured by Geneva/Sandoz.

Mainly used to decrease fatalities due to heart problems after a heart attack.

Common Uses:

This medication is used to decrease fatalities due to heart problems after a heart attack.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
Cold fingers and toes;
Diarrhea;
Dizziness;
Drowsiness
Nausea;
Fatigue.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended for following conditions:
Who are allergic to any ingredient in Atenolol;
Who suffer from bradycardia, heart block, uncontrolled heart failure;
Pregnant/pre-pregnant women and nursing mothers.

Drug Interactions:
Clonidine;
Mefloquine;
Amiodarone, calcium channel blockers (diltiazem, verapamil);
Indomethacin or phenylpropanolamine;
Bupivacaine, lidocaine, or quinazolines (alfuzosin).

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Brands	Effectiveness	Holistic Benefits	Side Effects	Number of Ratings
Benicar	8.47	7.05	2.93	19
Atenolol	7.48	6.66	3.54	48
Hydrochlorothiazide	6.89	6.19	2.91	28
Amlodipine	6.82	6.16	2.35	17
Lisinopril	6.12	5.76	3.19	84

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Effectiveness of Atenolol by Condition

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High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Angina (Chest Pain)

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Effectiveness on "High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)"

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Atenolol, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	5.7%	90.6%	1.9%	1.9%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	5.7%	90.6%	1.9%	1.9%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	31.6%	33.3%	35.1%
Breathing	0%	3.8%	90.6%	3.8%	1.9%
Confidence	0%	1.9%	86.8%	11.3%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	3.8%	94.3%	0%	1.9%
Digestion	1.9%	0%	98.1%	0%	0%
Emotional Well-being	0%	3.7%	88.9%	7.4%	0%
Energy	3.6%	5.5%	80%	9.1%	1.8%
Eyesight	1.9%	3.8%	94.3%	0%	0%
Memory	1.9%	3.7%	90.7%	3.7%	0%
Mental Clarity	0%	3.8%	94.3%	1.9%	0%
Pain	0%	3.8%	90.6%	3.8%	1.9%
Patience	0%	5.6%	83.3%	7.4%	3.7%
Sexual Health	1.9%	5.8%	90.4%	1.9%	0%
Skin Complexion	0%	1.9%	98.1%	0%	0%
Sleep	1.9%	3.7%	79.6%	9.3%	5.6%
Stress Level	0%	1.9%	77.8%	20.4%	0%

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Commonly Reported Atenolol Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Allergic Reaction	98.1%	0%	1.9%	0%	0%
Asthma	98%	2%	0%	0%	0%
Changes in Lipid (fat) Levels	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Cold Hands and/or Feet	80%	14%	4%	2%	0%
Constipation	88.7%	9.4%	0%	1.9%	0%
Depression	94%	4%	0%	2%	0%
Dizziness	81.8%	14.5%	0%	3.6%	0%
Drowsiness	85.2%	11.1%	1.9%	1.9%	0%
Fatigue	76.4%	18.2%	5.5%	0%	0%
Headache	94.4%	5.6%	0%	0%	0%
Insomnia	92.5%	5.7%	0%	1.9%	0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping	89.2%	2.7%	5.4%	2.7%	0%
Loss of Taste	97.3%	0%	2.7%	0%	0%
Nausea	96.2%	1.9%	0%	0%	1.9%
Sexual Dysfunction	75%	25%	0%	0%	0%
Skin Rash	93.9%	4.1%	0%	2%	0%
Slow Heartbeat	89.2%	5.4%	5.4%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Atenolol Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Abnormal / Vivid Dreams	84%	6%	4%	6%	0%
Anemia	98%	2%	0%	0%	0%
Arthritis	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Change in Weight	77.6%	2%	8.2%	12.2%	0%
Cough	90%	6%	4%	0%	0%
Decrease in Blood Pressure	48.1%	7.7%	30.8%	13.5%	0%
Dry Mouth	75%	25%	0%	0%	0%
Elevated Blood Sugar	90.4%	7.7%	1.9%	0%	0%
Gout	98%	2%	0%	0%	0%
Hair Growth	89.8%	4.1%	4.1%	0%	2%
Heartburn	89.8%	4.1%	4.1%	2%	0%
Insomnia	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Irregular Heartbeat	92%	6%	2%	0%	0%
Kidney Damage	98%	2%	0%	0%	0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping	92.3%	7.7%	0%	0%	0%
Muscle / Joint Pain	88.5%	5.8%	1.9%	3.8%	0%
Sexual Dysfunction	89.8%	4.1%	2%	2%	2%
Slow Heartbeat	76.9%	15.4%	7.7%	0%	0%
Stuffy Nose	85.7%	6.1%	6.1%	2%	0%
Swelling around the Eyes	89.8%	0%	6.1%	4.1%	0%
Swelling of Extremities	91.8%	4.1%	2%	2%	0%

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Episodes since taking Atenolol

Since taking Atenolol Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:

Auto Accident	1.8%
Fall	3.5%

Hospitalization

5.3%

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28 Jul 2010	High blood pressure under control —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
07 Jul 2010	I get no side effects from this medication, i just take it for my high blood pressure, it has controlled my blood pressure really well. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
04 Jul 2010	It is a god drug, despite of its side effects in the digestive tract. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
29 Jun 2010	This medication helped me with pot syndrome and i discontinued its use after my problem was solved. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
07 Jun 2010	Atendol helps to regulate my heart rate and blood pressure. Since have a heart attack and stroke, I have taken Atenolol to regulate my heart functioning —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use