S-Amlodipine + Atenolol
INFORMATION ABOUT S-AMLODIPINE + ATENOLOL
S-Amlodipine + Atenolol Uses
S-Amlodipine+Atenolol is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).
How S-Amlodipine + Atenolol works
S-Amlodipine + Atenolol is a combination of two medicines: S-Amlodipine and Atenolol which lower blood pressure effectively. S-Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker which works by relaxing blood vessels while Atenolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart to slow down the heart rate. Together, they make the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
Common side effects of S-Amlodipine + Atenolol
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
Headache, Nausea, Tiredness, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Palpitations, Slow heart rate, Abnormal dreams, Swelling of legs, Cold extremities, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Constipation, Ankle swelling, Edema (swelling)
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25 Nov 2020 | 10:49 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for S-Amlodipine + Atenolol
- You have been prescribed S-Amlodipine + Atenolol for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause sudden increase in your blood pressure.
- Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.