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Atmost is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Atmost also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Atmost. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Atmost include Blurred vision, Cold hands. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Atmost can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Atmost go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Atmost is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Atmost has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Atmost related warnings section.
Atmost can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Atmost in conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Atmost contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Atmost with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Atmost is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Atmost 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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Is the use of Atmost safe for pregnant women?
Atmost shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Atmost safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Atmost. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Atmost on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Atmost on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Atmost on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Atmost on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Atmost on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Atmost on the heart have been reported.
Atmost 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 Atmost unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atmost habit forming or addictive?
Atmost does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Atmost can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Atmost is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atmost is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atmost
Atmost may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atmost
Consumption of alcohol and Atmost together may have severe effects on your health.
Rarely, Atmost 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.
No, Atmost does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Atmost 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.
Yes, Atmost might cause constipation in a few cases only. The exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Yes, Atmost 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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