Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide: View Uses, Side Effects and Medicines

Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide

INFORMATION ABOUT ATENOLOL + HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE

Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide Uses

Atenolol+Hydrochlorothiazide is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).

How Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide works

Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide is a combination of two blood-pressure lowering medicines: Atenolol and Hydrochlorothiazide. Atenolol is a beta blocker which works specifically on the heart to reduce heart rate and make the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Common side effects of Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common

Nausea, Headache, Fatigue, Dizziness, Cold extremities, Increased blood uric acid, Decreased potassium level in blood, Glucose intolerance, Slow heart rate, Decreased sodium level in blood, Decreased magnesium level in blood, Increased calcium level in blood, Increased blood lipid level

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18 Feb 2020 | 11:53 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

Atedac H

₹70 to ₹70

Innovative Pharmaceuticals

1 variant(s)

Atewin H

₹70 to ₹70

Ikon Remedies Pvt Ltd

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Expert advice for Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide

It is a combination of two blood pressure lowering medications used for the treatment of high blood pressure.
It can be taken with or without food.
Do not stop taking Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you're diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.