Question 1

i also know there's common side effects of tenormin (atenolol). what are they?

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Many, generally mild: Slow heart rate, worsening of heart failure, potentiation of asthma and hypokalemia and low blood sugar.  Fatigue, sexual dysfunction are probably overstated. May have withdrawal if stopped suddenly. Potential for mild weight gain.

Question 2

what are a common side effects of tenormin (atenolol). should i take something else?

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Many, generally mild: Slow heart rate, worsening of heart failure, potentiation of asthma and hypokalemia and low blood sugar.  Fatigue, sexual dysfunction are probably overstated. May have withdrawal if stopped suddenly. Potential for mild weight gain. Despite all these, Tenormin (atenolol) is usually well tolerated.

Question 3

does tenormin (atenolol) have any long term side effects ?

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Atenolol: Tenormin(atenolol)has been used for many years now. The only long term effect which has arisen is a possibility that beta blockers, it's drug family, may decrease tolerance to glucose. This has also recently been reported with statins. We don't know the significance of this yet or if its real.

Question 4

going from corgard (nadolol) 20mg to tenormin. what can i expect for side effects during the transition?

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BETABLOCKERS: Both are betablockers and i don't see any problem. It depends on the dose to control hpn.

Question 5

switched from tenormin to atenolol now i'm back to initial side effects. i'm lightheaded all day. bp is normal. why is this?they are the same meds

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They are at least: Bioequivalent, as atenolol is the generic form of Tenormin.  They do contain different binders, which people can react to differently, so not everyone responds exactly the same.  Realize that the side effects you report are commonly reported across all beta-blockers(the class of medications of atenolol/Tenormin).  Review this with your doctor, as you may be better served with another class of med.

Question 6

atenolol side effects?

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Side effect: Slow heart rate, low blood pressure dizziness fatigue heart block  asthma attacks. Talk to your doctor.

Question 7

what are the side effects of atenolol?

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Slow heart rate plus: Slow heart rate , low bp, fatigue, asthma worsening, erectile dysfunction are all possibilities.

Question 8

how long do side effects from atenolol last?

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Side effect: As long as you can tolerate it.  Many time you get over the side effect. Very important to tell doctor so md can asses and give advice

Question 9

any side effects from suddenly stopping atenolol?

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YES: Suddenly stopping atenolol--a beta blocker--can cause a rebound tachycardia which is a sudden increase in your heart rate.  Suddenly stopping this medication could lead to elevation of blood pressure.

Question 10

are there any long term side effects of atenolol?

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Not usually: You may notice that it's a little more difficult to perform high-intensity exercise, because it will make it very difficult for your heart to greatly increase it's rate.  Some men have complained of some erectile dysfunction, as well.  None of these are permanent, though.  They will go away when the medicine is discontinued.  Hope this helps!

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