Farnormin Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Atenolol

Indications/Uses

HTN. Angina pectoris.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult HTN 50 mg daily, increase to 100 mg daily after 2 wk if required. Angina pectoris 100 mg daily.

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Contraindications

2nd or 3rd degree AV block, overt cardiac failure, bronchial asthma, cardiogenic shock. Sinus bradycardia.

Special Precautions

CHF, renal dysfunction, DM, hypoglycemia; surgery, anesth; concurrent use of verapamil. Pregnancy.

Adverse Reactions

Headache, vertigo, tiredness, weakness, sedation, depression; bradycardia, postural hypotension; cold extremities; GI upsets; bronchospasm.

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Drug Interactions

Clonidine, digitalis glycosides, sympathomimetics. Non-depolarising blockers.

MIMS Class

Beta-Blockers

ATC Classification

C07AB03 - atenolol ; Belongs to the class of selective beta-blocking agents. Used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Farnormin tab 50 mg

Packing/Price

100's (Rp40,000/pak)

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