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Aten 50 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Aten 50 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Aten 50 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Aten 50 Mg Tablet are Blurred vision, Cold hands. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aten 50 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Aten 50 Mg Tablet 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, Aten 50 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Aten 50 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Aten 50 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Aten 50 Mg Tablet 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Aten 50 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Aten 50 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Aten 50 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Aten 50 Mg Tablet 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 Aten 50 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Aten 50 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Aten shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Aten 50 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Aten 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 Aten 50 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Aten rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aten 50 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Information about safety of Aten for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Aten 50 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Aten rarely affect the heart.
Aten 50 Mg Tablet 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 Aten 50 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aten 50 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Aten 50 Mg Tablet 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 Aten 50 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Aten 50 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Aten 50 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aten 50 Mg Tablet
Aten 50 Mg Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aten 50 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Aten 50 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
Rarely, Aten 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.
Yes, Aten may cause weight gain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. The exact cause of weight gain is not known. However, if you are experiencing rapid weight gain after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Rarely, Aten causes depression. However, the exact cause of depression is not known. If you experiencing insomnia, persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
No, Aten is not approved for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness). Hence you are advised not to take this drug by yourself to induce sleep.
Yes, sometimes Aten 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tenormin® (atenolol)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 149
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 197-198
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