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6.7
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Neg. Side Effects
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None Severe
3.4
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6.3
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3.2
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Effectiveness of Atenolol by Condition
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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 WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Balance/Equilibrium 0% 7.7% 84.6% 7.7% 0%
Blood Pressure 0% 0% 35.3% 23.5% 41.2%
Breathing 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Confidence 0% 0% 84.6% 15.4% 0%
Coordination/Motor Skills 0% 7.7% 84.6% 0% 7.7%
Digestion 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Emotional Well-being 0% 0% 78.6% 21.4% 0%
Energy Level 6.7% 6.7% 60% 26.7% 0%
Eyesight 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Memory 0% 7.1% 78.6% 14.3% 0%
Mental Clarity 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Patience 0% 0% 78.6% 7.1% 14.3%
Quality of Sleep 0% 0% 64.3% 28.6% 7.1%
Sensitivity to Pain 0% 0% 92.3% 7.7% 0%
Sexual Health 0% 7.7% 84.6% 7.7% 0%
Skin Complexion 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Stress Level 0% 0% 71.4% 28.6% 0%
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Commonly Reported Side Effects Ratings
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Cold Hands and/or Feet 78.6% 21.4% 0% 0% 0%
Constipation 71.4% 28.6% 0% 0% 0%
Depression 92.3% 7.7% 0% 0% 0%
Dizziness 66.7% 26.7% 0% 6.7% 0%
Drowsiness 73.3% 20% 6.7% 0% 0%
Fatigue 60% 26.7% 13.3% 0% 0%
Headache 85.7% 14.3% 0% 0% 0%
Insomnia 78.6% 21.4% 0% 0% 0%
Skin Rash 84.6% 15.4% 0% 0% 0%
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Other Possible Side Effects Ratings
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abnormal / Vivid Dreams 85.7% 0% 0% 14.3% 0%
Abnormal Heart Rythm 78.6% 14.3% 7.1% 0% 0%
Change in Weight 84.6% 0% 7.7% 7.7% 0%
Cough 92.9% 7.1% 0% 0% 0%
Decrease in Blood Pressure 43.8% 12.5% 31.2% 12.5% 0%
Hair Growth 84.6% 7.7% 7.7% 0% 0%
Heartburn 76.9% 15.4% 7.7% 0% 0%
Increased Blood Sugar 92.3% 7.7% 0% 0% 0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping 92.3% 7.7% 0% 0% 0%
Muscle / Joint Pain 69.2% 15.4% 0% 7.7% 0%
Sexual Dysfunction 92.3% 7.7% 0% 0% 0%
Slow Heartbeat 76.9% 15.4% 7.7% 0% 0%
Stuffy Nose 92.3% 0% 7.7% 0% 0%
Swelling around the Eyes 84.6% 0% 7.7% 7.7% 0%
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Episodes since taking Atenolol
Since taking Atenolol Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Fainting / dizzy spell 5.9%
Hair Loss 11.8%
Personality Change 11.8%
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User Comments about Atenolol
23 Jun 2009 wish I could take dosage on a monthly basis
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20 Jun 2009 Has to be tried to suit the body
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15 Jun 2009 Paired with Hydrochlorothorizide 12mg dail, works well in keeping the pressure down. It seems to work well.
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27 May 2009 I have not seen any side effects for this medicine. However, my blood pressure levels have not come to normal by taking this medicine.
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16 Mar 2009 I have been taking Atenolol for over 14 years along with Lisinopril and have never had any problems with it controlling my blood pressure.
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