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Intalol Benefits & Uses

Intalol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Intalol 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

Intalol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Intalol 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

Intalol Related Warnings

Is the use of Intalol safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Intalol. If you are pregnant, do not take Intalol without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Intalol safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Intalol. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Intalol on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Intalol on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Intalol on the Liver?

Information about safety of Intalol for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Intalol on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Intalol on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Intalol with Other Drugs

Intalol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amifostine

Amiodarone

Ampicillin

Cabergoline

Glibenclamide (Glyburide)

Charcoal

Clonidine

Dipyridamole

Gliclazide

Moderate

Duloxetine

Ergotamine

Felodipine

Fentanyl

Intalol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Intalol 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 Intalol

Is this Intalol habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Intalol is addictive.

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

After taking Intalol, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Intalol can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Intalol should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Intalol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Intalol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Intalol

Some foods when eaten with Intalol can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Intalol

Taking Intalol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Intalol

Question over 5 years ago

Does Intalol cause hair loss?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Rarely, Intalol 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can i take Intalol and enalapril together?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Intalol 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Intalol work?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Intalol 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Intalol for sleep?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Intalol is not approved for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness). Hence you are advised not to take this drug by yourself to induce sleep.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Intalol cause depression?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Rarely, Intalol 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.