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Tenofed is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Tenofed have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Tenofed depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Tenofed are Blurred vision, Cold hands. Some other side effects of Tenofed have been listed ahead. These side effects of Tenofed are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tenofed is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Tenofed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tenofed related warnings section.
Tenofed is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Tenofed are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Tenofed have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Tenofed, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Tenofed 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 Tenofed is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tenofed safe for pregnant women?
Tenofed can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Tenofed safe during breastfeeding?
Tenofed may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tenofed on the Kidneys?
Using Tenofed does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Tenofed on the Liver?
Tenofed has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Tenofed on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Tenofed on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Tenofed 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 Tenofed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tenofed habit forming or addictive?
Tenofed does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Tenofed
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Tenofed to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tenofed
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Tenofed with alcohol.
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)
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; Procardia XL® (nifedipine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 549
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 907-909
