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Calbeta is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Calbeta have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Calbeta is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Calbeta include Blurred vision, Cold hands. Some other side effects of Calbeta have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Calbeta go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Calbeta's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Calbeta'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 Calbeta since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Calbeta are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Calbeta with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Calbeta is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Calbeta is used to treat the following -
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 Calbeta is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Calbeta safe for pregnant women?
Calbeta has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Calbeta without medical advice.
Is the use of Calbeta safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Calbeta. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Calbeta on the Kidneys?
Calbeta is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Calbeta on the Liver?
Calbeta may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Calbeta on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Calbeta on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Calbeta 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 Calbeta unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Calbeta habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Calbeta.
Interaction between Food and Calbeta
Taking Calbeta with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Calbeta
Information about the interaction of Calbeta and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Calbeta 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.
Take Calbeta once or twice in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because of the presence of food does not affect its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, thyrotoxicosis, and improper liver or kidney function.
Calbeta 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.
Rarely, Calbeta causes joint pain. Its incident is not known. However, if you experience intense joint pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take some rest even after that it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Calbeta 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tenormin® (atenolol)
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Procardia XL® (nifedipine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 549
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