ABOUT THE DRUG:

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The active ingredient of the drug is Atenolol Chlorthalidone. It is a beta blocker that is mostly used as an antihypertensive medicine.

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USES OF THE DRUG:

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The drug is mostly used in the treatment of chest pain, hypertention and heart attack. It is also recommended post heart attack.

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WORKING OF THE DRUG:

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The drug is a beta blocker that is most commonly used in treating hypertention. When taken it binds with vascular smooth muscles and heart and prevents their action. Due to this it helps in the following functions:

nRelaxing blood vessels and aids in smooth arterial blood flow.
nHelps in reducing high blood pressure.
nPumping of blood out of the heart and around the body becomes effortless.
nDecreases workload of the heart and the amount of oxygen that is needed to pump blood around the body.
nProvides oxygen by decreasing the energy that is used by the heart to pump blood around the body.
nPrevents future heart attack.
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MANUFACTURER:

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The manufacturer of Tenoric- 100 + 25 mg is Pfizer, Belgium. You can purchase Tenoric – 100 + 25 mg online also.

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DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:

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This drug is available in the tablet form in the following strength:

nTenoric – 100 + 25 mg
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DO NOT TAKE THE DRUG IF YOU:

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Are allergic to the main ingredient or to any other ingredients of the drug.
nSuffer from blood circulation problems like peripheral vascular disease or Raynauds disease.
nAre pregnant or planning to be pregnant or breastfeeding your baby.

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TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

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Have diabetes
nHave hypotension or low blood pressure
nHave a hypo or hyperthyroidism
nHave congestive heart failure
nHaving heart problems like sick sinus syndrome, bradycardia and blockage in heart
nHave pheochromocytoma
nHave myasthenia gravis
nHave kidney disease
nHave any other heart problems

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HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?

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The drug will be prescribed to you after doctor examines you thoroughly. Usually the recommended dose is 50 mg to be taken once daily. The effect of the medicine may take 1 or 2 weeks to show. The dose may be increased to 100 mg as per the condition of the patient.

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HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?

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Always take the drug as per the instruction of your doctor. You need to swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water and not crush or chew while taking it. It can be taken with or without food.

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FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT?

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The medicine is to be taken for the prescribe period of time as recommended by your doctor in order to get complete benefit. It should not be stopped in between as it may lead to adverse reaction. Before stopping the medicine consult your doctor.

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OVERDOSE:

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Overdose of the medicine can lead to several side effects as it is harmful for the body. Some side effects of overdose of the medicine include:

nDizziness
nShakiness
nConfusion
nRed skin rash
nUnexplained weight gain
nSwelling of hands and feet
nPale colour
nNausea
nDizziness
nDiarrhoea
nSweating or confusion
nVomiting
nRapid heart rate
nIn case of overdose of the medicine you must get in touch with your doctor immediately.
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MISS DOSE:

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Take the miss dose as soon as you remember provided the next dose is not close. If the next dose is near then skip the missed dose and follow the original schedule. Do not double dose to compensate for the missed dose.

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SIDE EFFECTS OF TENORIC 100MG:

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COMMON

n• Impotency
n• Insomnia
n• Nervousness
n• Anxiety
n• Weakness and tired feeling
n• Serious side effects which need medical attention are as follows:
n• Light-headedness
n• Abdominal pain
n• Fast heartbeat
n• Nausea
n• Depression
n• Shortness of breath
n• Jaundice
n• Pain in arms or shoulders
n• Fatigue
n• Cold feeling in hands and feet
n• General illness
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COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:

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There are few medicines which may interact with Atenolol Chlorthalidone and may increase or decrease the working of the medicine. Here is the list of the medicine which may interact with Atenolol Chlorthalidone and restrict its working:

nAmiodarone
nClonidine
nIsocarboxazid
nDigoxin
nDiisopyramide
nSelegiline
nPhenelzine
nNifedipine
nGlypride
nChlorpropamide
nReserpine
nDiltiazem
nTheophylline
nTerbutaline
nMetaproterenol
nCold medicines
nDiet pills
nThis is not a complete list of medicines and there may be other medicines as well.
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THINGS TO REMEMBER:

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Store the medicine in a cool and dry place away from heat, light and moisture.
nDo not share the medicine with anyone even if the person is suffering from the same symptoms.
nUse the medicine only for the purpose mentioned and not for any other purpose.
nBlood sugar levels needs to be checked regularly.
nFollow the diet prescribed by your doctor.