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Angitol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Other than this, Angitol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Angitol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Angitol include Blurred vision, Cold hands. While these are the most often observed Angitol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Angitol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Angitol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Angitol related warnings talks about Angitol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Angitol is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Angitol contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Angitol with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Angitol is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Angitol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Angitol safe for pregnant women?
Angitol has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Angitol without medical advice.
Is the use of Angitol safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Angitol. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Angitol on the Kidneys?
Angitol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Angitol on the Liver?
Information about safety of Angitol for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Angitol on the Heart?
Angitol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Angitol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Angitol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Angitol habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Angitol has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Angitol as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Angitol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Angitol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Angitol
When consumed with certain foods, Angitol may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Angitol
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Angitol as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Angitol and amlodipine can be taken together only on your doctor's advice. Angitol give synergistic effect when taken along with amlodipine. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with amlodipine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Angitol is a brand name of atenolol and it is available in the form of a tablet. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as beta-blockers (beta1-selective (cardioselective) adrenoreceptor blocking agent). It is used for the management of hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic stable angina (chest pain) and acute myocardial infarction.
Yes, Angitol is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as headache, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Rarely, Angitol causes hair loss (alopecia). However, the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown but it is presumed that it occurs because of thinning of the hairs which weakens their strength. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then do discuss it with your doctor.
Angitol contains atenolol which is presumed to work through multiple mechanisms. It reduces blood pressure and slows down the fast heartbeat by blocking the influx of calcium ions and binding to certain receptors (beta-adrenoceptors) in the smooth muscles of heart which prevent the effects of adrenaline and noradrenaline that also contributes in decreasing myocardial (heart) oxygen demand.
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References
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