S-Atenolol Pharmacology

S-Atenolol

About S-Atenolol
Cardioselective Beta(Beta1 )-adrenergic blocking agent, Antihypertensive,anti anginal.
Mechanism of Action of S-Atenolol
S-Atenolol is a cardio selective beta-1 adrenergic antagonist.
It has negative chronotropic effects on exercise induced heart rate. It decreases oxygen consumption; cardiac work and aortic pressure it decreases nor adrenaline and renin releases. It decreases central sympathetic out flow. In sympathetic over activity, it prolongs systole by retarding conduction. It increases oxygen supply and exercise tolerance in angina patients. The drug decreases BP in hypertensive individuals; both systolic and diastolic BP is reduced. It lowers free fatty acid levels.

Pharmacokinets of S-Atenolol
N/A
Onset of Action for S-Atenolol
N/A
Duration of Action for S-Atenolol
N/A
Half Life of S-Atenolol
N/A
Side Effects of S-Atenolol
1.Tiredness
2.Bradycardia
3.Cold extremities
4.Fatigue
5.Heart failure

Contra-indications of S-Atenolol
1.Hypersensitivity to the drug or recemic Atenolol
2.Second or third degree heart block
3.Cardiogenic shock
Special Precautions while taking S-Atenolol
1.Renal impairment
2.The drug should be gradually withdraw with caution
3.Diabetes mellitus

Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
N/A
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for S-Atenolol
1.Hypertension
2.Angina
3.Myocardial infarction

Interactions for S-Atenolol
N/A
Typical Dosage for S-Atenolol
Hypertension, Angina, Myocardial infarction:
Starts with 12.5mg once daily and increases to 25mg once daily
Stage-2 hypertension: Starts with 12.5mg once daily and increases to 50mg once daily

Schedule of S-Atenolol
H
Storage Requirements for S-Atenolol
Store at room temperature and protect from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight
Effects of Missed Dosage of S-Atenolol
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of S-Atenolol
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

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