Normotin 50 mg 28 tablets

Product Description:

Why use Atenolol tablets?

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)

• Treatment of irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias)

• Help prevent chest pain characterized by a painful feeling of tightness in the chest (angina)

• Heart protection in early treatment after a heart attack (myocardial infarction)

Do not take Atenolol tablets:

• If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to atenolol or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

• If you have any of the following heart problems:

o Uncontrolled heart failure

o Second or third degree heart block

o Very slow or irregular heartbeat, very low blood pressure or very poor circulation

o If you have a tumor called a pheochromocytoma that has not been treated

o If you have higher than normal acid levels in your blood

Warnings and Precautions:

Talk to your doctor before taking atenolol tablets if:

• If you have asthma, wheezing, or other similar breathing problems, or have allergic reactions, such as to insect stings.

• You have a type of chest pain (angina) called Prinzmetal's angina.

• You have poor circulation or heart failure.

• You have first-degree heart block.

• You have diabetes.

Possible side effects:

Stop taking Atenolol tablets if you notice any of the following serious side effects:

• Allergic reactions

• Abnormal heartbeat, feeling dizzy, tired or fainting

• Shortness of breath or swelling of the ankles

Other medicines and atenolol tablets:

You should consult your doctor if you plan to combine Atenolol tablets with the medications listed below:

• Clonidine

• Verapamil, diltiazem, and nifedipine

• Disopyramide, quinidine, or amiodarone

• Digoxin

• Adrenaline, also known as epinephrine

• Ibuprofen or indomethacin

• Insulin or medications you take by mouth for diabetes.

• Medicines to treat nasal or sinus congestion or other cold remedies.

How to take Atenolol tablets:

Adults:

• High blood pressure (hypertension)

The usual dose for adults is 100 mg once daily.

• Certain types of chest pain (angina)

The usual dose for adults is 50-100 mg once daily.

• Some heart rhythm disturbances (arrhythmias)

The usual dose for adults is 50-100 mg once daily.

How to store Atenolol tablets:

• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

• Do not store above 25°C. Store in a dry place.

• Do not use your tablets after the expiry date stated on the label or box.

• Do not dispose of medicines via wastewater or household waste.