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Obeta is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Obeta also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Obeta is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Obeta are Blurred vision, Cold hands. While these are the most often observed Obeta side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Obeta are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Obeta's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Obeta related warnings talks about Obeta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Obeta is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma are examples of such conditions. The section on Obeta contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Obeta may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Obeta is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Obeta 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Obeta is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Obeta safe for pregnant women?
Obeta has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Obeta without medical advice.
Is the use of Obeta safe during breastfeeding?
Obeta should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Obeta on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Obeta on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Obeta on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Obeta on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Obeta will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Obeta on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Obeta on the heart have been reported.
Obeta 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 Obeta unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Obeta habit forming or addictive?
Obeta does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Obeta as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Obeta only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Obeta cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Obeta
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Obeta to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Obeta
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Obeta as it can have severe side effects.
Obeta 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.
Obeta 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.
No, Obeta is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, sometimes Obeta might cause cough reflex. It occurs due to bronchoconstrictive (narrowing of the airways) effect of this drug. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive coughing after taking this drug then you are advised to consult with your doctor.
Yes, Obeta and enalapril can be taken together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with enalapril then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tenormin® (atenolol)
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