Atenolol And Chlorthalidone

Therapeutic Group

Beta Blocking Agent

Indication Dosage

Hypertension: 

  • Adult: 50/12.5 Mg Tab Daily, Alternatively Increased If Necessary To 100/25 Mg Daily, Doses Higher Than 50 Mg Atenolol Rarely Necessary. 

Angina: 

  • Adults: 100/25 Mg Tab Once Daily Or 50/12.5 Mg Tab Twice Daily. 
  • Children: Not Recommended.

Content

  • Tab 50 /12.5mg: Atenolol 50mg, Chlorthalidone 12.5mg.
  • Tab 100 /25mg: Atenolol 100mg, Chlorthalidone 25mg.

Pregnancy

Avoid. Use Only When No Safer Alternative Exists For A Serious Problem.

Stability

  • Beta-blocker
  • Diuretic

Contra Indications

  • Second Or Third Degree Heart Block, Cardiogenic Shock.

Precautions

  • Second Or Third Degree Heart Block, Cardiogenic Shock.

Lactation

  • Caution Advised

Side Effects

  • Allergic Interstitial Nephritis
  • Jaundice
  • Cold Extremities
  • Muscular Fatigue
  • Bradycardia
  • Rashes And Dry Eyes (discontinue)
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Hyperuricaemia.
  • Rare: Idiosyncratic Reactions Such As Thrombocytopenia And Leucopenia.

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