Aten 100 Mg
- Manufacturer : Zydus Cadila Pharma
- Equivalent Brands : Tenormin
- Generic Brands : Atenolol
Aten 100mg Tablet is used for lowering high blood pressure and relieving chest pain caused due to the reduced blood flow to the heart. It is also used for treating other complications associated with heart and blood vessels. Patients are advised to follow a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect.
Aten 100mg Tablet is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Aten 100mgTablet is known to be a beta blocker, that is, the drug slows down the effect of some chemical that occur naturally in the body, for instance epinephrine, so as to enhance the function of the heart and blood vessels. The drug effectively lowers blood pressure as well as heart rate, thus causing less strain on the muscle. Aten 100mgTablet is generally prescribed to those patients suffering from hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain). The medicine should be taken as per dosage on the prescription. Over dosage of the drug can lead to complications. Depending on the affects the drug has on a patient, the doctor may make variations to the dosage. Initially the doctor may prescribe about 50 mg of Aten 100mgTablet, increasing it to 100 mg or more as and when required. The drug is taken orally and is available either in a capsule or a tablet. Doctors generally advise that Aten 100mgTablet should not be discontinued suddenly as it can further worsen the side effects of the drug.
The dosage of Aten 100mg Tablet prescribed to each patient will vary. Always follow your physician’s instructions and/or the directions on the prescription drug label.
Take Aten 100mg Tablet with a full glass of water.
If you have missed a dose of Aten 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is within 8 hours of the next dose, then skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the doses unless otherwise directed.
Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose of Aten 100mg Tablet, seek medical attention immediately.
Aten 100mgTablet improves the patient's condition by performing the following functions:
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Aten 100mgTablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Aten 100mgTablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Pregnancy - Aten 100mgis not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Breast-feeding - Aten 100mgis not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Cardiac Failure - Aten 100mgcan cause heart failure and reduced blood flow in patients having a heart disease. Close monitoring of heart function is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Major surgery - Aten 100mgshould be used with caution in patients who are scheduled to undergo a major surgery. An anesthetic agent with little negative inotropic activity should be selected to minimize the effect on the heart.
Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
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Aten 100mg Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure.
Store Aten 100mg at cool, dark and dry place. Make sure the tablet strip should be intact and are not damaged.
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