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Beta is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Angina, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Beta have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Beta depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Beta also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Cold hands. Some other side effects of Beta have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Beta are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Beta is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Beta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma must refrain from the use of Beta since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Beta contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Beta with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Beta is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Beta 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Beta is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Beta safe for pregnant women?
Beta has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Beta without medical advice.
Is the use of Beta safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Beta may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Beta should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Beta on the Kidneys?
Beta rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Beta on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Beta on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Beta will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Beta on the Heart?
Side effects of Beta rarely affect the heart.
Beta 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 Beta unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Beta habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Beta has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Beta you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Beta only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Beta cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Beta
Beta may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Beta
Taking alcohol with Beta can be dangerous.
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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
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
