Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for ATEN L TAB and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Food Interactions
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Available Alternatives for ATEN L TAB
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Overview
ATEN L TAB is a Schedule H drug.ATEN L TAB is composed of: ATENOLOL ( ), LOSARTAN POTASSIUM ( )
Atenolol is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins). Atenolol is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood
Losartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.Losartan is used to slow long-term kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes who also have high blood pressure.Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.
Usage
ATENOLOL is generally used to treat: Stable Angina, HypertensionLOSARTAN POTASSIUM is generally used to treat: Hypertension, Diabetic Nephropathy
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Chest Pain, Slow Or Irregular Breathing
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
Precautions for ATEN L TAB and its Constituents
- Take the tablet with water.
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Taking the drug after
meal is advisable to reduce chances of stomach upset. However, the drug can be taken empty stomach. - Never stop taking the drug without consulting your prescribing doctor. Abrupt cessation may cause severe health problems.
- Do not use if you are pregnant.
- You should not use this medication if you are allergic to losartan.
- If you have diabetes, do not use losartan together with any medication that contains aliskiren.
- Take losartan exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label.
- Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
- Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Your blood pressure will need to be checked often.
- It may take 3 to 6 weeks of using losartan before your blood pressure is under control.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may increase certain side effects of losartan.
- Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
Symptoms of Overdosage
ATENOLOL over-dosage can result in: Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Shortness Of Breath, FaintingLOSARTAN POTASSIUM over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Fainting
Common Side-Effects
ATENOLOL : Heart Failure, Bradycardia, Anxiety, Anxiety, Chest Pain, Chills, Cough, Dizziness, Fainting, Legs Pain, Noisy Breathing, Irregular Heartbeat, Fatigue (tiredness), Nausea, Vomit, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Eyes Blurred VisionLOSARTAN POTASSIUM : Insomnia, Heartburn, Indigestion, Fever, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Cold, Cough, Legs Pain, Head Headache, Abdomen Pain, Dizziness, Fatigue (tiredness), Difficulty Sleeping, Chills, Pale Skin, Nausea, Body Pain, Nasal Congestion, Back Pain, Belching, Body Loss Of Movement, Knees Joint Pain, Joint Pain, Eyes Pain, Abdomen Discomfort, Weight Gain
Serious Side-Effects
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM : Anxiety, Depression, Blindness, Night Terrors, Hyperkalemia, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Anxiety, Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Breathing, Pain With Urination, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Irregular Heartbeat, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Lower Back Pain, Hands Tingling, Feet Tingling, Shortness Of Breath, Slurred Speech, Loss Of Voice, Eyes Change In VisionRare Side-Effects
ATENOLOL : Hematuria (Blood In Urine), Blood Pressure, High, Back Pain, VomitingLOSARTAN POTASSIUM : Dry Skin, Skin Rash, Chest Pain, Arms Pain, Back Pain, Chest Discomfort, Lightheadedness, Difficulty Talking, Pounding Heart (pulse), Body Excessive Sweating, Jaws Pain, Face Swelling, Sudden Numbness Or Weakness On One Side Of Body, Legs Weakness, Ankles Joint Pain, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Decreased Taste, Increased Passing Gas, Abdomen Painful Bowel Movements, Loss Of Appetite, Hair Loss, Hearing Loss, Weight Loss (unintentional), Body Discoloration
Food Interactions
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Disease Interactions
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM can interfere with: Diabetes Mellitus, Hyponatremia, Congestive Heart Disease, Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure, Bile Duct DiseaseTechnical Classification
ATENOLOL is categorized as: ANTIADRENERGIC AGENTS (CENTRAL) WITH THIAZIDES / ANTIHYPERTENSIVE COMBINATIONS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM is categorized as: ANGIOTENSIN RECEPTOR BLOCKERS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
Available Alternatives for ATEN L TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
ATEN L TAB | INR 30 for 2 TABLETS | ATENOLOL , LOSARTAN POTASSIUM |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
ANGIZAAR AT 50MG/50MG TAB | INR 117.86 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG |
COVANCE AT 50MG/50MG TAB | INR 102 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG |
COVANCE-AT TAB | INR 102 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG |
LOSAR BETA TAB | INR 114.9 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG |
LOSAR BETA-H TAB | INR 117.55 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG, ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG |
NUSAR ATN 50MG/50MG TAB | INR 123.2 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG, ATENOLOL 50.0 MG |
REPALOL 50MG/50MG TAB | INR 102 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG |
REPALOL 50MG/50MG TAB XL | INR 87 for 10 TABLET XL | ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG |
REPALOL FC-TAB | INR 82 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG |
REPALOL H 50MG/50MG/12.5MG TAB | INR 103 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG |
REVAS AT 50MG/50MG TAB | INR 89.3 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG |
STARPILL TAB | INR 145 for 10 TABLETS | ASPIRIN(ASA) 75.0 MG, ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG |
TOZAAR AT 50MG/50MG TAB | INR 100 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG |