Atenolol is a drug used to treat angina (a type of chest pain), high blood pressure (hypertension), and to reduce the risk of death of a heart attack. It belongs to the group called beta-blockers. It is also used to treat certain heart arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) and prevention of migraine.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You are right to seek clarification, especially after stopping a beta-blocker like Atenolol, which affects both the heart and nervous system.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The problem you mentioned involves two issues: high blood pressure and heart rate. For blood pressure, continue taking 80 mg of Valsartan.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. Your blood pressure is elevated despite being on these two medicines.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is likely that your low heart rate and blood pressure are induced by Atenolol. First, you need to have your blood pressure and pulse rate checked.
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Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Did you check her kidney function for creatinine levels? Are they high? What is her weight? Yes, blood pressure treatment is not a one-day task.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have not mentioned your smoking habits. Smoking is the sole risk factor for all cardiac diseases. You were on Atenolol for hypertension.
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