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Atenolol is a popular drug belonging to the class of beta blockers. This types of drug is used for treating different cardiovascular diseases. The drug was developed as a replacement for propanolol, used for treating hypertension. It is a relatively cardio selective beta-andrenoceptor blocking agent without membrane stabilizing or intrinsic sympathomimetic activities. It is a well known prescription drugs for heart treatment.
Tenormin
The various cardio vascular diseases treated with the help of atenolol are hypertension, angina pain, coronary heart disease, arrhythmias. Patients with compensated congestive heart failure can also be treated with the drug. Atenolol is also used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It is also used to treat or prevent heart attack. Other uses for tenorim tablets include the prevention of migraine headaches and the treatment of certain types of tremors.
2-[4-[2-hydroxy-3-(1-methylethylamino)propoxy]phenyl]ethanamide
Adults: 50-100 mg daily; Children: 1-1.3 mg/kg/day daily or in two divided doses.
The drug has certain side effects, that can affect individuals in different ways. The following are some of the side effects, that are often associated with the drug:
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