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Atenolol

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Indications/Uses

Control of HTN & management of angina pectoris. Oral maintenance therapy for cardiac dysrhythmias after acute attacks has been controlled by IV therapy & for long-term prophylaxis of MI after recovery.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult & childn >12 yr HTN & dysrhythmias 50-100 mg daily as a single dose. Angina 50 mg bd or 100 mg once daily. MI 50 mg PO 15 min after IV dose. Followed by further 50 mg PO 12 hr later, then 24 hr later by 100 mg PO once daily for up to 10 days. Severe renal impairment: CrCl 15-35 mL/min/1.73 m² 50 mg daily or 100 mg once every 2 days, <15 mL/min/1.73 m² 50 mg on alternate days or 100 mg once every 4 days.

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Contraindications

Bronchospasm or obstructive airway disease, metabolic acidosis, sinus bradycardia, partial heart block (2nd or 3rd degree heart block). Cardiogenic shock & overt heart failure.

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

POM

Presentation/Packing

Form

Normaten tab 50 mg

Packing/Price

1's

Normaten

atenolol

Manufacturer:

Xepa-Soul Pattinson