ATENOLOL 100 mg – 1 Box (30 Tablets)

Active Ingredient: Atenolol 100 mg
Pack Size: 30 tablets
Therapeutic Class: Selective Beta-Blocker (β1-adrenergic receptor blocker)

Description

Atenolol 100 mg is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (chest pain), and certain heart rhythm disorders. It helps reduce the heart’s workload and lowers blood pressure by slowing the heart rate.

Uses

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Angina pectoris (chest pain)
• Cardiac arrhythmias (certain abnormal heart rhythms)
• Prevention of recurrent heart attacks (myocardial infarction)
• Control of palpitations in selected patients

How It Works

Atenolol selectively blocks β1 receptors in the heart, reducing the effects of adrenaline. This results in:

• Slower heart rate
• Lower blood pressure
• Reduced oxygen demand by the heart
• Improved cardiac efficiency

Dosage

• Typical adult dose: 25–100 mg once daily, depending on the condition.
• 100 mg is a common maintenance dose for some patients with hypertension or angina.
• Take at the same time each day.
• Do not stop taking atenolol abruptly without medical advice.

Common Side Effects

• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Slow heart rate (bradycardia)
• Cold hands and feet
• Low blood pressure
• Sleep disturbances
• Mild gastrointestinal discomfort

Important Precautions

• Use cautiously in patients with asthma, COPD, diabetes, or peripheral vascular disease.
• May mask symptoms of low blood sugar in diabetic patients.
• Abrupt withdrawal may worsen angina or other heart conditions.
• Regular monitoring of blood pressure and heart rate is recommended.

Product Summary

Comparison with Other Beta-Blockers

• More cardioselective than propranolol.
• Often taken once daily due to its longer duration of action.
• Commonly used for blood pressure control and angina management.

Storage

• Store below 25–30°C.
• Keep in the original packaging.
• Protect from moisture.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Prescription Status: Prescription-only medicine.