Atenolol Forums (Page 2)

I have been taking 25 mg of Atenolol for some time. It seems that since the shortage during the winter, I have had a bad taste in my mouth for some time. I am wondering if anyone else has noted this. It is the only medication I take. One doctor did wonder if any non-active ingredients in the Atenolol now being shipped have changed to create this effect. Has anyone else noticed this? ## KC94, I did a little research and according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information orally administered Atenolol is known to have a bitter taste. Different companies try to mask this by decreasing the solubility of the drug or by removing the interaction of the drug with the taste buds but it will vary from brand to brand and batch to batch. Basically some companies will flavor their drugs or...

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I was taking atenolol until the drug company stopped making them, and my doctor gave me metoprolol as a replacement. Is it ok to take metoprolol when i run out of atenolol? My doctor said it's ok, but I just wanted to double check. ## It is always best to follow your doctor's instructions. While there are no guarantees, it should be a smooth switch from one to the other. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. However, both of these medications are still available, at least for the moment. Where did you hear that Atenolol was discontinued? I am not saying you are wrong, because such information can change in an instance, sometimes it takes awhile for any given database to update. What I can t...

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Want to know the identification of a small white round pill with GG on one side over a line above the numbers 263. ## Hi Becca, A small white round pill imprinted with GG over 263 (and a score line in between) is identified as Atenolol 50 mg. This medication is primarily marketed for use in treating high blood pressure, but has a few other uses as well. Manufacturer: Sandoz Pharmaceuticals NDC: 0781-5225 Pill Size: 7mm Inactive Ingredients: -Cellulose, Microcrystalline -Magnesium Stearate -Silicon Dioxide -Sodium Starch Glycolate Type a Potato Hope this helps!

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white, round-shaped, scored tablet imprinted with Z 66 ## I received these pills in place of Atenolol and I am trying to find out of this was a replacement pill or an error. What is the name of the medication? ## That is a generic 50mg atenalol... ## Pat is correct, Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals lists this tablet as containing 50mgs of Atenolol, which is used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. NDC code: 00406-2023 The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Inactive ingredients may include: citric acid anhydrous croscarmellose sodium magnesium stearate silicon dioxide povidone microcrystalline cellulose Though they may vary, depending on manufacturing facility. Is there anything...

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I had heart failure in July, am 73 years old and had porfiria & asthma for which my Dr prescribed Losaar plus (50/12.5), Carloc and Purgoxin. I'm now experiencing permanent nausea and dizziness. Can you help please? ## Hi I just want to know if Purgoxin does the same job as Ridaq 12.5mg. My husband is using purgoxin for heart failure. Can he use the Ridaq witch the clinic gave me, untill I can get him n new script fir Purgoxin. The meds he is useing is; Purgoxin 1 Plenish k 2 Flirisemide 40mg 2 Asprin solubl 300mg 1/2 Bio-Atenolol 50 1 Furosemide 40mg 1 Can you please came back to me asap. I run out of Purgoxin. Regards Mari ## Minnie, those medications are used to treat high blood pressure, and heart function, they will not help with asthma. The NIH lists the typical side effec...

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Eight years back, while commuting to my workplace (40 km's away) by a train, I suddenly got fatigued and caught a blackout while getting up from my seat. A friend of mine immediately rushed me to a nearby Doctor, who after checking my BP (180/120) prescribed Atenolol and some sedatives to me He said that I have to take Atenolol for whole life, and I am following the same. Will somebody guide me, whether I am doing the right thing or must I take a second opinion now after getting checked my heart's functioning. I don't have any trouble with my heart but if anyday due to oversight I forget to take the medicine, I feel uneasiness in my head. I feel I have become addictive to this drug. Please help. ## Hi Sanjit I have been on Atenolol for a month but no side effects to speak. I...

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small white pill ## If you're looking for more info on this drug you can go to the page for Atenolol. You can also start a new discussion forum on Atenolol from there. ## Atenolol is a beta blocker that is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. It is also fine to ask here on the forums and see if anyone might have more advice, or person experience using it. What are the markings on the tablets you are taking?

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I have hives and i am curious if there is any documentation on this type of reaction to atenolol? ## First of all, I would like to state that an allergic reaction, including a rash, is possible with any drug, that is one of the things that can happen when you are allergic to it. That said, yes, this is listed under the severe reaction section, meaning you should stop taking it and talk to your doctor immediately. ## I have been taking atenolol for five years and now I am having hives. the allergist and doctor dont contribute it to the medication but I am convinced this is causing my issues. did you experience the same,. ## I have also been taking atenolol for about 7 years. Everything has been going on fine all these years, but suddenly for the last 5-6 months, I am having allergies and...

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I've been taking mylan m231 for 10 years. Because of "shortage" i'm now taking zydus z66. Are these two brands exactly the same or should I expect to experience some unagreeable symptoms? I've only been on zydus brand for two days. I'm not at ease with switching brands. The pills are to help maintain blood pressure. How dare a drug company "HOOK" you on a drug for life and then they don't have them available for patients? They are putting people's lives in jeopardy. Patients like me are experiencing more anxiety and have increased blood pressure due to a lack of concern they have shown by not ending this ridiculous situation. I can't understand how mylan has had a shortage for several months and zydus has not. Is zydus using the same ingredien...

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Can a 25mg Atenolol tablet be scored? ## Are you asking if it's safe to cut in half? If so, then yes, as long as your doctor or pharmacist haven't instructed you otherwise and it isn't a time released tablet. My sensitivity to medications often makes me cut tablets, that aren't scored for cutting, so I can take a lower dose. My doctor just approves it first. ## Can you take 6mg of Atenolol to prevent or block an adrenal rush? The adrenaline causes me to awaken between 2-4 a.m. ## My mother is prescribed one 100 mg tablet of atenolol a day. The pharmacy gave her two 50 mg tablets per day and on the bottle it said it was the same, but her blood pressure is out of control. Is it the dosage change? Nothing else has changed. ## I accidentally forgot to take my atenolol 100mg ...

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For some reason I can only take the 25mg Atenonol from Sandoz, I take it to diminish heart palpitations from MVP, the pharmacy changed the manufacturer to Ateva one time And I began to have palpitations again. So now that Sandoz is on backorder and I cannot get it filled I am going to try Zydus. Can anyone in the pharmaceutical field tell me if it’s the same as Sandoz? Thank you ## Hi Worry17, The only difference between Zydus, Sandoz and other manufacturers is within the list of inactive ingredients, also known as binders/fillers that help make up the pill's composition. In many cases, the quality and quantity of these "so-called inert" substances are subject to an unknown level of scrutiny by the FDA. We don't know how much oversight is involved to monitor where ...

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SMALL WHITE TABLETS ## My mother has been on Atenolol for her blood pressure for years and now the pharmacist told he is out of Atenolol and gave her Sandoz as a replacement. Is this medication the same as Atenolol? ## Well Sandoz is the drug company name, not the medication name, so I cannot tell you if this is the same stuff or not, unless you provide the imprint on the pill, or the medicine name. ## Hi. I have been taking atenolol 25 mg for possibly 10 years or more and never had a problem with sandoz. All of a sudden they are having a hard time getting atenolol so now I'm getting them from zydus supplier and the pill is much bigger. I took it and got very dizzy/sick to my stomach with diarrhea. The pharmacist says nothing is wrong with it but I am very concerned about my symptom...

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I am an adult of 65 years of age and my blood pressure reading is 110/60 while on medication; Atenolol 50mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Losartan 50mg. Is it alright or should the dose be adjusted? ## Hello, Lachhu! How are you? Are you having any symptoms, such as nausea, dizziness or fainting? Learn more Amlodipine details here. Learn more Atenolol details here. Learn more Losartan details here. Those numbers aren't dangerous, unless they're causing symptoms, such as I mentioned that could put you in danger. However, if you're feeling fine, then there is no need to worry and you should continue taking them as prescribed, unless your doctor tells you to change something. Have you checked in with your doctor recently? ## The tablets that I use are tenopress 50mg, amlodipine 5mg, pyrid...

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Are heart palpitations a common side effect of taking Clonidine with Norvace for controlling blood pressure when Atenolol is suddenly stopped? ## Yes, palpitations can be a normal side effect of these medications, according to FDA reports, it can also be a withdrawal effect from stopping the Atenolol. You may also experience headache, dizziness, nausea, and increased urination. How are you doing, now? Has there been any change? Are you on any other medications?

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round white pill marked z 67 ## Zydus Pharmaceuticals states that this tablet contains 100mgs of Atenolol, which is used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, increased urination, hypotension, and headache. Is there anything I can help with?

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Is there any known drug interaction between Atenolol Chlorthalidone 50-25 & Meloxicam 15mg? ## Usually, if someone has high blood pressure, or a cardiac condition that requires a medication such as Atenolol, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory such as Meloxicam is not recommended, since it can raised blood pressure, and cause fluid retention, as side effects, according to FDA reports. Other side effects may include increased urination, headache, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I was given vitbion forte tablet by a friend because I was having frequent back pain. Please advise me if its ok to take the tablet for back pain. It is orange in colour and one foil contains 10 tablets. ## Vitbion Forte is a supplement of B complex vitamins, so it will only help if your back pain is caused by a lack in these vital nutrients. Have you consulted a doctor regarding your back pain? It is very important to discover what is causing and have appropriate treatment, in order to prevent permanent spinal or nerve damage. ## Suffers from a frozen shoulder(???) since 3 months and treated it with Counterpain-balm Are there any other means of treating this problem effectively? ## I had a heart bypass operation in the year 2000 (May) - I do take atenolol 50mg and cardioprin 100mg on a...

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round white pill ## This is Atenolol 50mg and chlorthalidone 25mg, or brand name Tenoric. It is a blood pressure medication used to lower blood pressure, and has a water pill in it as well. Side effects include dizziness, fainting, sweating, marked drowsiness, among others. ## Doubt anyone will get this. took water pill called chlororthalid and felt dizzy, light headed and faint . all i could was sleep. enjoyed the rest cause of sleeping disorder. yet side effects to much to handle. 4 days on it 69 hours of feelings stated above ## Yes, this tablet is now manufactured by Watson Pharmaceuticals, it is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, dehydration, and hypotension....

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Will this hurt me, should I call my doctor? As stated above I accidentally took a double dose of 25 mg for a total of 50 mg . Please advise. ## Hello, Gayla! How are you? That is not a dangerous amount to take, but there is a chance it could cause your blood pressure to drop lower than normal and you may become dehydrated, according to the FDA. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, and headache. It would be best to inform your doctor, to be safe. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I take 25 mg of atenolol in morning but by mistake of taking my simvastin last night I took another atenolol instead ... I was ok ,, but do I still take this mornings one table 25 mg atenolol

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25mg. pill ## Did you possibly mean Atenolol? It is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including dizziness, increased urination, hypotension, lowered heart rate, and nausea. Are you on any other medications? Do you have any diagnosed medical conditions?

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