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Atenolol

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Description | Uses & Side Effects | Warnings

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
Atenolol	7.54	6.65	3.7	54
Hydrochlorothiazide	6.79	6.19	2.78	33
Lisinopril	5.91	5.58	3.38	91
Ramipril	4.3	4.48	4.46	23
Losartan Potassium	3.18	4.43	5.24	38

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Effectiveness of Atenolol by Condition

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High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Angina (Chest Pain)

Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)

Hyperthyroidism

Low Blood Pressure

Migraine

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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%	4.7%	88.4%	5.8%	1.2%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	5.8%	88.4%	4.7%	1.2%
Blood Pressure	3.3%	6.7%	37.8%	28.9%	23.3%
Breathing	0%	7%	86%	5.8%	1.2%
Confidence	0%	2.3%	83.7%	14%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	3.5%	91.9%	3.5%	1.2%
Digestion	3.5%	0%	92.9%	2.4%	1.2%
Emotional Well-being	1.1%	3.4%	87.4%	8%	0%
Energy	4.5%	9.1%	67%	13.6%	5.7%
Eyesight	1.2%	3.5%	93%	2.3%	0%
Memory	2.3%	4.6%	86.2%	5.7%	1.1%
Mental Clarity	0%	2.3%	91.9%	5.8%	0%
Pain	0%	4.7%	89.5%	3.5%	2.3%
Patience	0%	4.6%	83.9%	9.2%	2.3%
Sexual Health	1.2%	4.7%	83.5%	4.7%	5.9%
Skin Complexion	1.2%	1.2%	95.3%	2.3%	0%
Sleep	2.3%	5.7%	71.3%	14.9%	5.7%
Stress Level	1.1%	2.3%	75.9%	19.5%	1.1%

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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	96.3%	1.2%	2.4%	0%	0%
Asthma	97.3%	2.7%	0%	0%	0%
Blurred Vision	90.5%	0%	4.8%	4.8%	0%
Changes in Lipid (fat) Levels	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Cold Hands and/or Feet	78.7%	12%	4%	2.7%	2.7%
Cold Symptoms	84.2%	5.3%	10.5%	0%	0%
Confusion	94.7%	5.3%	0%	0%	0%
Constipation	86.4%	12.1%	0%	1.5%	0%
Depression	89%	6.1%	1.2%	3.7%	0%
Diarrhea	84.2%	15.8%	0%	0%	0%
Dizziness	77%	17.2%	2.3%	3.4%	0%
Drowsiness	79.1%	12.8%	4.7%	3.5%	0%
Fatigue	65.5%	23%	8%	3.4%	0%
Fever	95.8%	4.2%	0%	0%	0%
Gas	73.7%	10.5%	10.5%	5.3%	0%
Headache	87.2%	10.5%	1.2%	1.2%	0%
Insomnia	83.5%	10.6%	4.7%	1.2%	0%
Irregular Heartbeat	82.6%	4.3%	4.3%	0%	8.7%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping	82.3%	8.1%	6.5%	3.2%	0%
Loss of Taste	96.8%	0%	3.2%	0%	0%
Mood Swings	78.9%	5.3%	5.3%	10.5%	0%
Muscle Cramping	89.5%	10.5%	0%	0%	0%
Nausea	96.3%	2.4%	0%	0%	1.2%
Sensitivity to Light	89.5%	5.3%	5.3%	0%	0%
Sexual Dysfunction	80%	4%	0%	4%	12%
Skin Rash	93.3%	5%	0%	1.7%	0%
Slow Heartbeat	79%	6.5%	14.5%	0%	0%
Stomach Ache	89.5%	0%	10.5%	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	82.7%	6.7%	4%	5.3%	1.3%
Anemia	96.7%	3.3%	0%	0%	0%
Arthritis	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Back Pain	50%	50%	0%	0%	0%
Change in Weight	77.9%	3.9%	10.4%	7.8%	0%
Cough	90.7%	5.3%	4%	0%	0%
Decrease in Blood Pressure	48.1%	13%	28.6%	10.4%	0%
Dry Mouth	66.7%	33.3%	0%	0%	0%
Elevated Blood Sugar	88.5%	6.4%	3.8%	1.3%	0%
Gout	93.2%	2.7%	1.4%	2.7%	0%
Hair Growth	89.2%	5.4%	2.7%	1.4%	1.4%
Heartburn	83.8%	8.1%	2.7%	5.4%	0%
Insomnia	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Irregular Heartbeat	90.2%	8.2%	1.6%	0%	0%
Kidney Damage	98.6%	1.4%	0%	0%	0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping	92.3%	7.7%	0%	0%	0%
Muscle / Joint Pain	85.9%	7.7%	2.6%	3.8%	0%
Reduced Libido	91.2%	8.8%	0%	0%	0%
Sexual Dysfunction	86.7%	8.3%	1.7%	1.7%	1.7%
Slow Heartbeat	75%	12.5%	6.2%	0%	6.2%
Stuffy Nose	86.5%	6.8%	5.4%	1.4%	0%
Swelling	75%	25%	0%	0%	0%
Swelling around the Eyes	91.9%	0%	5.4%	2.7%	0%
Swelling of Extremities	90%	5%	3.3%	1.7%	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	4.4%

Hospitalization	4.4%
Stroke	0.9%

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User Comments about Atenolol

10 Jan 2012	Atenolol didnt help me what so ever. Its didnt keep my heart rate down, made me sleepy even after sleeping for 10+ hours, made me gain 35 pounds in less than three months, and gave me serve acne. —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
06 Jan 2012	Has helped lower my blood pressure, but gives me shortness of breath during exercise. —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
31 Oct 2011	This medication has worked great for me. I haven't had any severe side effects. I take it in conjunction with Hydrochlorothiazide. —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
15 Aug 2011	I take Atenolol to control the effects of hyperthyroidism, or Graves Disease, until the permanent treatment (I just underwent radiation therapy) kicks in. I have been very pleased with the medication because it helps alleviate the racing heart, heart palpitations, and anxiety that come with Graves. For a while I was just taking it as needed, but it became often enough that the doctor instructed me to take it full time, pre-emptively. The only downside is that it doesn't always last the full 24 hours until I can take another dose, and when it wears off I can get tired and anxious. But it worked much better for me than Propanol and overall I'm happy with it. —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
12 Apr 2011	A nice drug to controle hypertension and anxiety —Posted by raju Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use