Atecard 25 Tablet
Rs.50for 1 strip(s) (14 tablets each)
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food interaction for Atecard Tablet
alcohol interaction for Atecard Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Atecard Tablet
lactation interaction for Atecard Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Atecard 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Atecard 25 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Atecard 25 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Atecard 25 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Atecard 25mg Tablet
Atenolol(25mg)
Atecard tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Arrhythmia and heart attack.
How atecard tablet works
Atecard 25 Tablet is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. The exact mechanism by which Atecard 25 Tablet prevents migraines is not established yet and may vary from person to person. Atecard 25 Tablet can prevent migraines by decreasing the excitability of the nervous system. Atecard 25 Tablet is also believed to decrease the dilation of blood vessels that are responsible for migraine.
Common side effects of atecard tablet
Fatigue, Slow heart rate, Dizziness, Cold extremities, Headache, Gastrointestinal disturbance, Sleep disturbance, Increased transaminase level in blood, Purpura, Low blood platelets, Mood changes, Confusion, Psychosis, Hallucination, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Visual disturbance, Impotence
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Expert advice FOR Atecard Tablet
- It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
- Do not stop taking Atenolol suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Frequently asked questions FOR Atecard 25mg Tablet
Atenolol
Q. How many hours does Atecard 25 Tablet take to reduce high blood pressure?
Usually, Atecard 25 Tablet starts working within 3 hours, but it can take up to 2 weeks to reach its full effect. You may not feel any difference in blood pressure after taking the medicine, but this does not mean that the medicine is not working. It is important to keep taking your medicine in the prescribed dose and duration to get the maximum benefit of Atecard 25 Tablet.
Q. Should I take Atecard 25 Tablet in the morning or at night?
Atecard 25 Tablet can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, usually prescribed once or twice daily. However, your very first dose of Atecard 25 Tablet may make you feel dizzy, so it is better to take your first dose at bedtime. After that, if you do not feel dizzy, you may take it any time of the day. Follow the advice of your doctor. It is advised to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Atecard 25 Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Atecard 25 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.