What is Atenolol ?
Atenolol (Tenormin) is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).
Atenolol is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure).
Atenolol is also used to lower the risk of death after a heart attack.
Uses:
Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.
This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack.
Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers.
Side effects:
- new or worsening chest pain;
- slow or uneven heartbeats;
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
- shortness of breath (even with mild exertion), swelling, rapid weight gain; or
- a cold feeling in your hands and feet.
Common atenolol side effects may include:
- dizziness;
- feeling tired; or
- depressed mood.
- new or worsening chest pain;
- slow or uneven heartbeats;
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
- shortness of breath (even with mild exertion), swelling, rapid weight gain; or
- a cold feeling in your hands and feet
- dizziness;
- feeling tired; or
- depressed mood.
Molecular formula: C14H22N2O3
Molecular weight: 266.341 g/mol
