Question 1

what is the definition or description of: atenolol overdose?

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Atenolol overdose: An overdose occurs when an excessive / dangerous dose of a drug is used. Atenolol (Tenormin) is used to treat high blood pressure. "Overdose symptoms may include uneven heartbeats, shortness of breath, bluish-colored fingernails, dizziness, weakness, fainting, or seizure (convulsions)."  REF:  http://www.emedicinehealth.com/drug-atenolol/page3_em.htm

Question 2

what is the treatment for atenolol overdose?

Accepted Answer

Usually time: Most people get bradycardic (low heart rate) and low blood pressure - if not severe we just wait - if severe we may have to consider medications to increase heart rate and or blood pressure and possibly temporary pacemaker.

Question 3

can you die from an overdose on atenolol and lisinopril?

Accepted Answer

YES: They are blood pressure medications and can slow your hear down.  If you have accidentally taken too many you need to go to the hospital to get checked out.  If you are thinking about taking pills to hurt yourself  pleas seek help immediately and go to the hospital or call an ambulance.

Question 4

can children take tenormin (atenolol)?

Accepted Answer

Tenormin=Atenolol: There is NO pediatric indication for the use of Atenolol however it is used "off-label" for pediatric hypertension.  Ask your pediatrician about this as your case may have specific or extenuating circumstances that would make it reasonable.

Question 5

what would happen if i overdosed on atenolol?

Accepted Answer

Betablocker: Could be quite dangerous and should be considered an emergency. It may cause very low heart rate and blood pressure, leading to dizziness or passing out. If overdose is suspected, emergency medical care is advised.

Question 6

how much 100 mg atenolol tablets woukd be considered an overdose?

Accepted Answer

Atenolol: Two atenolol 100mg pills would be an overdose, over that would be a larger overdose. Generally 100mg a day is top dose, sometimes 100mg bid in special circumstances.

Question 7

what are the chances of organ damage due to overdose on atenolol. 6 tablets 100 mg?

Accepted Answer

Probably low: The chances of organ damage from 600mg of atenolol is probably low, in an adult of normal size and decent health. Reports of overdoses of atenolol mention doses in the ranges of 1000mg to 5000mg. The underlying health of the patient, such as any coexisting medical problems (kidney disease or other diseases) can make a difference if an accidental overdose is taken.

Question 8

what is the possibility of organ damage in a 12 year old due to overdose of 600 mg of atenolol with out treatmeant.?

Accepted Answer

The possibility?: Anything can happen in life, so one must not ask, "what is the possibility?"  the real question is, "how likely is it?"  if a person took a several times the normal dose of atenolol, got evaluated by the doctors at the hospital, and was found to be recovered back to normal condition, then the answer is "unlikely". The primary care doctor can recheck if desired or if needed.

Question 9

how does tenormin (atenolol) work ?

Accepted Answer

Blocks adrenalin: Tenormin (atenolol) is a beta blocker.  It blocks receptors that allow for a higher pulse rate and blocks the response to the body's own adrenalin.  You get a slower pulse and less tremor.  It is obviously more complicated than this, but this is the basics.

Question 10

who should not take tenormin (atenolol)?

Accepted Answer

Tenormin (atenolol): "Tenormin is contraindicated in sinus bradycardia, heart block greater than first degree, cardiogenic shock, and overt cardiac failure. Tenormin is contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the atenolol or any of the drug product’s components." See: http://www.drugs.com/pro/tenormin.html

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