Atenolol 50mg Tab 30's

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Atenolol

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine requires a doctor's prescription. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine (POM)'.

BENEFITS AND USES:

This medication helps to keep your blood pressure under control. It is also be used to help prevent angina pectoris (chest pain) and treat irregular heartbeat. This medicine may also be used to reduce the risks of complications after a heart attack. Atenolol may be used to treat other conditions as decided by your doctor.

DIRECTIONS:

Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. This medication may be taken with or without food. Atenolol must be taken regularly for it to be effective. Continue taking this medicine even when you feel better. Do not stop taking it suddenly as this may worsen your condition.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medication may cause the following side effects: - Cold hands and feet - Tiredness - Dry mouth - Drowsiness. This medicine may also cause your blood pressure to fall suddenly when you get up from a sitting or lying down position and you may feel giddy. To minimise this problem, stand up slowly. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.