Intalol 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 Intalol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
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.
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.
What is the effect of Intalol on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Intalol on kidney have been reported.
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.
What is the effect of Intalol on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Intalol on the heart have been reported.
Intalol 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 Intalol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Intalol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Intalol is addictive.
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.
Is it safe?
Intalol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Intalol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Intalol
Some foods when eaten with Intalol can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Intalol
Taking Intalol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Intalol 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.
Yes, sometimes Intalol 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.
No, Intalol does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Intalol is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as headache, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Intalol 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.
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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
