Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Angina
High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet is used -

Moderate

Wheezing
Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)

Mild

Headache
Fatigue
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Diarrhoea
Drowsiness

Common

Blurred vision
Cold hands

Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Atenolol should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Atenolol should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Atenolol rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Atenolol on the liver, information on safety of Atenolol for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Atenolol rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Low Blood Pressure
Hyperthyroidism
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Glaucoma
Myasthenia Gravis
Tachycardia

Frequently asked Questions about Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet

Is this Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet

Some foods when eaten with Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Atenolol 50 Mg Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe